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Report into Manchester derailment on 22 March 2006 (17/04/2007)

Rail Accident Investigation Branch report into the derailment at Long Millgate, Manchester on the Metrolink system on 22 March 2006 Read full story...

INNOVATION SUCCESSES
Railway research innovation
Signal radio trial a success

Radio signal communications a vital upgrade of the Victoria line

New high-level platform edge barrier

Allows staff to work at height on underground station platforms.

Tube Lines invention improves rail checks

New rail gauge makes inspections safer and more reliable

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RAILWAY NEWS
Metronet industrial action

Metronet disappointed at RMT's decision to take industrial action

£1m District Line face lift

District line new-look trains, refurbished by Metronet Rail to the tune of £1 million

Tube lines safety award

Prestigious gold award for occupational health and safety for the second year.

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