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Light rail news roundup 1st October 2021

Friday October 1, 2021

In light rail news this week – commuter discounts on West Midlands Metro, ‘Chase the Tram’ raises money for NET charity, Tangerine Ticket in Blackpool, extra decks to be installed to increase Metrolink park & ride capacity, 17th birthday for Luas Red Line and track laying milestone passed in Wolverhampton. An innovative new system designed […]

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Launch of online system to boost safety-critical process

An innovative new system designed to speed up and simplify the process of applying for permission to work near a tramway has been launched at a major light rail event.

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New video drives home the case for light rail

Thursday September 30, 2021

The huge benefits that light rail is bringing to major UK cities has been brought into sharp focus in a video that’s been launched online this week.

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Building Back Better – A Light Rail Strategy for the UK

Tuesday September 28, 2021

To support the launch of the far-reaching Light Rail Strategy, UKTram has produced a new video. Featuring examples of how tramways have provided a major boost for cities where they already operate, it also includes expert views on the wider benefits light rail can deliver and can be viewed here.

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Future strategy for trams unveiled

Thursday September 23, 2021

A wide-ranging strategy for the future of light rail has been unveiled by UKTram today (Thursday, September 23).

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Employee availability improves following test and trace changes

Tuesday September 21, 2021

Recent changes to NHS test and trace guidance have been welcomed by light rail HR professionals, with fewer staff being required to self-isolate.

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Last few Light Rail Summit tickets

Friday September 17, 2021

The last few tickets for a landmark Light Rail Summit are still available from the UKTram online shop. The event, organised by UKTram and the LRSSB, will see professionals from across the sector meet at the Edinburgh Grosvenor Hotel on September 23 for the unveiling of a new vision for the future of the country’s […]

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Light rail news roundup 17th September 2021

In light rail news this week – Workwise scheme offers travel discounts in the West Midlands, penalty fare increased on NET, strike action on Metrolink, construction of new stop starts at Seaton and LRSSB announces new board member.  UKTram and the organisation responsible for light rail safety are in the running for multiple awards at […]

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Modelling tool can predict demand for tram stops and lines

Wednesday September 15, 2021

An innovative tool for forecasting demand for public transport stops and stations has been in the spotlight at the latest meeting of experts dedicated to expanding and enhancing light rail in the UK.

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