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The government has announced backing for 30,000 new apprenticeships to keep pace with demand.
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Paul Plummer is to succeed Michael Roberts as the chief executive of the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) and the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC).
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Deutsche Bahn (DB) is redoubling efforts to persuade young people to join the railway.
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A training academy which sees itself playing a pivotal role in finally grasping the rail industry’s skills challenge is set to open in October.
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Putney Station is one of the busiest suburban commuter stations in London, with 18 trains per hour passing through it at off-peak times alone.
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Last spring, the rail engineer gave an update on the progress of the challenging £5.5 billion scheme to improve the Thameslink route through the heart of London from Bedford to Brighton.
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The logistical impact of more night working can often be onerous, particular when activities are very localised or of a short duration. Getting sites lit can eat into valuable possession time...