RailNews.co.uk - Electrification of several stretches of the Great Western Main Line has been further delayed, saving some 150 million. The Government said 'costly and disruptive electrification works' are not necessary to achieve 'the benefits expected by passengers'. However, rail minister Paul Maynard has emphasised that the government remains committed to electrifying the GWML. In a statement to Parliament, he said that the sections affected are Oxford and Didcot Parkway, Bristol Parkway to Bristol Temple Meads via Filton, west of Thingley Junction via Bath Spa to Bristol Temple Meads and two Thames Vall...
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