The multi-billion pound rail link, which would cut journey times between the cities by 20 minutes, could now become a reality as part of the Northern Powerhouse project.

Electrification of key northern rail lines will now go ahead, the Government has announced just months after shelving the plans. Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin said the overhaul of Midland ...

The first phase will focus on replacing the Class 150, 155, and 156 trains. Credit: Northern Rail. British train operating company Northern Trains has announced plans for a fleet upgrade, potentially ...