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Very Light Rail will be showcased at the Light Rail Conference

Thursday July 8, 2021

Pre Metro will be travelling up North to the Light Rail Conference on the 13th and 14th July.

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Easing of restrictions brings fresh challenges for operators

The easing of some coronavirus restrictions has presented fresh challenges for light rail operators, the latest meeting of a UKTram working group has heard.

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‘Save the date’ for landmark summit

Wednesday July 7, 2021

A vision for the future of trams and other metro systems in the UK is to be put under the spotlight in September as part of a high-profile Light Rail Summit in Edinburgh.

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Impact of pandemic reflected in latest tram statistics

Friday July 2, 2021

New figures have revealed the full impact of Covid-19 restrictions on tram patronage and revenues, highlighting the importance of government support that has helped to keep vital services running.

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UKTram welcomes latest tranche of funding in Scotland

Monday June 28, 2021

Continued financial support for Edinburgh Trams and Glasgow Subway from the Scottish Government has been welcomed by the organisation representing the UK’s light rail sector.

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Extension of Covid support welcomed

Monday June 21, 2021

An extension to emergency support for light rail systems has been welcomed by UKTram.

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HR professionals continue to respond to Covid challenges

Friday June 18, 2021

Recovery from the pandemic, and supporting staff with continuing testing, vaccinations and self-isolation continue to challenge HR professionals in the light rail sector.

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Dudley residents weigh in on the proposed ‘Stourbridge Dasher’

The proposed ‘Stourbridge Dasher’ service has been backed by Stourbridge MP Suzanne Webb, Dudley South MP Mike Wood and also received support from the WMCA Leader Andy Street earlier this year before his re-election.

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NET memorabilia donated to tram museum

Future ‘antiques’ from across Nottingham’s tram network are being preserved for posterity.

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