Huge investment for rail network
Massive investment to improve region's rail network
On the right track - £9.4bn for rail network
A £9.4bn package of investment across the rail network has been announced by the government. Plans include the electrification of Midland Main Line between Sheffield and Bedford. It will speed up journey times and is expected to be one of biggest programmes of rail investment in the country.
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