129. Are High Speed 2 trains going to be a bit less ‘High Speed’?
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What reduced speed would actually save
They assess potential savings from lower top speeds, including power, noise and maintenance, but doubt large short-term gains.
Are High Speed 2 trains about to get a little bit less ‘high speed’?
Glasgow Central reopens and Network Rail make the most of its partial closure to catch up on maintenance
And we speak to Liam Johnston MBE from the Railway Mission about their important work
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In this episode:
(00:00) Intro
(01:38) HS2 train speed
(22:29) Glasgow Central station reopens
(26:24) OxRail 2040 video teaser
(30:34) Railway Mission interview
(40:46) Thanks to Supporters
(42:26) Railway News Round-up
(42:30) Network Rail employee struck by train
(43:10) Secretary of State provides HS2 update
(44:51) End of 2028 stop for Scottish HSTs
(47:14) Dumfries to Stranraer reopening scheme
(49:24) Delay repay to become easier
(50:29) Car abandoned on railway line
(53:00) The Quiz
(56:13) Helston Railway Society buys Cober viaduct
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