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Birmingham Post
Birmingham Post
Business
David Laister

LNER managing director on what next for direct London route for Cleethorpes as he joins test run

A further step towards the return of a direct Cleethorpes to London rail service has been made with a test of the route and stations by one of LNER’s latest Azuma fleet.

The 31 year void could be set to be filled soon providing the business case gets sign-off with additional funding secured from government.

And LNER’s managing director - on board for the rigorous run through the key stations - said the work done would be a huge help in advancing those discussions. David Horne joined staff as they completed the gauge test, with particular attention given to stepping height and wheelchair access.

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