Civic leaders have come together to push the case for Newcastle to be chosen as the new headquarters of the UK’s rail system.
Newcastle is one of six towns and cities vying to have the headquarters of Great British Railways, a new body that is being set up to manage the UK’s rail network. It made the shortlist - alongside Birmingham, Crewe, Derby, Doncaster and York - after more than 40 communities originally applied.
Ahead of a visit of a Government Minister next week that will kick off the judging process, representatives from a wide range of organisations gathered together at Newcastle’s Castle Keep to show the strength of backing for the city’s bid. It is hoped that securing Great British Railways’ headquarters would bring hundreds of jobs to the city, as well as giving the city a unique opportunity have a greater say in the future of the country’s transport network.
