The first fortnight of major improvement works to rebuild the railway system around Nottingham remains on schedule. Our Transport Correspondent Keith Wilkinson is taking a look at the work which is expected to last until the 25th of August.
Network Rail is confident that the £100 upgrade to track and signals in Nottinghamshire will provide huge benefits despite weeks of disruption ahead.
Justin Page, Route Master for the East Midlands, said when finished, the work will mean shorter journey times, more trains and a more reliable service in the county and throughout the region.
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