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Evening Standard
National
Megan Howe

Trains could soon run from London to Berlin after new UK-Germany treaty is signed

A new UK-Germany treaty could pave the way for direct trains between London and Berlin, promising faster travel for millions across Europe.

The Kensington Treaty, signed on Thursday by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz, also includes opening e-gates for frequent travellers between the two countries and expanded school exchange programmes.

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