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On Track Newsletter Packed with UKTram and LRSSB Updates
There’s plenty of news from UKTram and the LRSSB in the second issue of our OnTrack newsletter, which is now available to download....
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UKTram
Dec 2, 20212 min read
New look tram unveiled as a ‘green symbol’ of Nottingham’s climate ambitions
NET and Nottingham City Council have unveiled a striking new look for one of Nottingham’s trams to help create a ‘green symbol’ of the...
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UKTram
Dec 1, 20211 min read
Recruitment challenges reported by group
HR professionals from across the light rail sector have reported that recruitment remains a challenge in a highly competitive employment...
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UKTram
Nov 30, 20211 min read
Engineers focus on track worker safety
Improving track worker safety was a key topic under discussion at a recent meeting of engineers from the light rail sector. The final...
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UKTram
Nov 26, 20213 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 26th November 2021
In light rail news this week – Edinburgh Trams gets you to Christmas attractions, temporary service reductions in Sheffield, customers...
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UKTram
Nov 19, 20213 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 19th November 2021
In this week’s light rail news – major recruitment drive in Edinburgh, Bee Network tour seeks views on transport in Greater Manchester,...
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UKTram
Nov 17, 20211 min read
Date set for ‘not to be missed’ event
Following the success of this year’s extended Light Rail Summit in Edinburgh, UKTram and the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board have...
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UKTram
Nov 12, 20213 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 12th November 2021
In light rail news this week – VLR an option for new rail lines, green flash sale on NET, poppies on trams and free veterans travel in...
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UKTram
Nov 11, 20211 min read
Latest funding package provides security for networks in Scotland
An additional £2.2 million of emergency funding for light rail in Scotland will help operators plan ahead with renewed confidence....
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UKTram
Nov 5, 20214 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 5th November 2021
In light rail news this week – more recruits on Metro’s Kickstart scheme, new tickets for Rugby fans in Edinburgh, green rewards on NET,...
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UKTram
Nov 5, 20212 min read
Stourbridge Dasher seeks alternative funding opportunities
The Stourbridge Dasher, the proposed passenger service between Stourbridge and Brierley Hill, is now seeking funding from sources other...
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UKTram
Nov 2, 20213 min read
Young people urged to consider careers in light rail engineering
Opportunities for a rewarding career in engineering within the UK’s expanding light rail sector are being put under the spotlight this...
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UKTram
Oct 22, 20214 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 22nd October 2021
In this weeks light rail news – safety reminders on Metrolink, Edinburgh promotes family ticket to half-term day trippers, Halloween...
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UKTram
Oct 22, 20212 min read
Working groups report growth in patronage
Patronage continues to grow across all networks since the lifting of coronavirus restrictions, recent meetings of UKTram working groups...
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UKTram
Oct 15, 20215 min read
Light Rail News Roundup 15th October 2021
In light rail news this week – radio upgrade in Blackpool, Stourbridge Shuttle release VLR video, consultation on Manchester ‘Bee...
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UKTram
Oct 15, 20211 min read
New report strengthens case for light rail support
A new report highlighting how Britain’s light rail systems are instrumental in supporting economic growth, promoting social inclusion,...
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UKTram
Oct 8, 20214 min read
Light rail news roundup 8th October 2021
In Light Rail news this week – Mandip walks 100 miles to raise £1400 for cancer charity, 5 million journeys using Manchester’s...
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UKTram
Oct 7, 20212 min read
UKTram and LRSSB celebrate awards recognition
UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety have scooped a series of prestigious accolades at a high-profile event...
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UKTram
Oct 7, 20212 min read
Blackpool Trams win Most Improved System at Global Light Rail Awards
The Blackpool Tramway has won the award for the Most Improved System in 2020/21. The award, presented at the Honourable Artillery Company...
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UKTram
Oct 7, 20212 min read
Successful summit sees launch of far-reaching strategy
A bold vision to help drive the expansion of light rail in the UK has been welcomed by sector leaders at a high-profile summit. The...
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