This week, the focus very much turns to the heritage railway sector, as railways are forced to close and furlough staff. But, in a sharp turn, new emergency funds and fundraising by the public could mean the heritage railways have plenty of life yet.
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Every 24 hours throughout the coronavirus crisis, 188,000 tonnes of critical supplies are being moved by rail between London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow.
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Hull Trains has taken the decision in what it calls ‘unprecedented circumstances surrounding the coronavirus pandemic’ to temporarily suspend all train services from 00.01 on March 30 to safeguard the future of the business.
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The coronavirus situation continues to cause chaos in the rail and transport industry as the UK faces lockdown. Services are slashed as demand collapses, social distancing measures are firmly in place and more events and runnings are postponed. Here’s this week’s roundup:
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The people who bring you The Railway Magazine, Heritage Railway and Rail Express have just launched their latest book catalogue – brimming with fantastic new titles to explore while you’re stuck at home.
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The Heritage Railway Association (HRA) has reacted warmly to the package of measures announced by chancellor Rishi Sunak (Conservative, Richmond (Yorks)) this afternoon.
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Coronavirus continues to cause chaos in the rail and transport industry. Services are being slashed as demand collapses, social distancing measures are introduced and events and runnings are postponed.
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Rail services in the UK will be reduced from next week as demand dramatically drops during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Thanks to these unmissable offers on a digital subscription, you can enjoy instant access to Britain’s most popular railway magazines on your favourite device without having to leave the front door.
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The Great Central Railway Model Event will not be going ahead this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
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