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Northern Powerhouse Rail has the potential to increase the population within an hour’s reach of four major Northern cities from less than 10,000

million.” today to 1.3 TIM WOOD Transport for the North’s Northern Powerhouse Rail Director explains the value of rail in the region.

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The biggest and most ambitious infrastructure project in the country is moving ahead at pace.” JIM STEER High Speed Rail Industry Leaders Director discusses HS2.

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When you look at what has been spent in London and for HS2 up to Manchester, we are concerned the South West is forgotten about.” ROSIE DENHAM Portfolio Holder for City Transformation, Energy and Transport at Exeter City Council calls for more money for the region.

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It is an exciting time to really focus attention on customers, as new trains and timetables come into service over

years.” the next two ARTHUR LEATHLEY New Network Rail Route Supervisory Board chairman for Anglia highlights the changes due in the region.

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Rail users should make every effort to get the right ticket for their journey, but if you make an honest mistake, you should feel confident that the appeals system will recognise this and

fairly.” treat you JO JOHNSON Rail Minister discusses changes to the fares penalty system.