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Leaders gather to help shape industry

Light Rail Minister Baroness Vere, delivers a virtual Keynote to industry leaders at the 15th Annual UK Light Rail Conference and exhibition

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Long-term funding packaged welcomed

Continued government support for light rail systems in England as Covid-restrictions are lifted has been welcomed by UKTram.

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Light rail news roundup 16th July 2021

In light rail news this week – NET supports ‘Step Out, Stay Out’ campaign, Edinburgh Trams pauses service to honour dear friend and colleague, Blackpool increases tram frequency to cope with staycation demand, Luas launch safety campaign as Covid restrictions ease and Tyne & Wear open online merchandise shop.   Light rail networks in England have […]

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Marketeers prepare for lifting of restrictions

Light rail networks in England have been gearing up for the lifting of remaining coronavirus restrictions on July 19, marketeers and customer services professionals from across the sector have heard.

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Light rail news roundup 9th July 2021

In our round up of light rail news this week – ‘Green machine’ tram in Sheffield, more park & ride spaces on Metrolink, interior designs for new Tyne & Wear Metro fleet are revealed, customer service recruitment on DLR and Seaton to organise annual heritage festival.    The easing of some coronavirus restrictions has presented […]

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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

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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Light rail news roundup 2nd July 2021

In light rail news this week – Metro steps up recruitment ahead of expansion, NET joins city Windrush anniversary celebrations, frequency increase on Metrolink, summer timetable announced in the Isle of Man and LRSSB plan Human Factors workshop.   Continued financial support for Edinburgh Trams and Glasgow Subway from the Scottish Government has been welcomed […]

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Impact of pandemic reflected in latest tram statistics

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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