Train operator unveils diesel savings after year of trials Train operator unveils diesel savings after year of trials

Northern says trials of a different style of train driving show that fuel consumption could be cut by 7 per cent, potentially saving three million pounds a year. The train operator has been working with specialists who have developed a model to calculate the best speed and braking patterns.

Transport campaigners call for rail fares freeze Transport campaigners call for rail fares freeze

The chancellor should freeze rail fares next year, and make the announcement in the Autumn Budget at the end of this month, according to the Campaign for Better Transport.

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