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Northumberland Line 2 million journeys

'Revolutionised travel in the area': Passengers make 2 million journeys on the Northumberland Line within the first two years

Passengers have made more than 2,000,000 journeys on the Northumberland Line less than two years after it opened.

Irlam station in Greater Manchester. Credit: TfGM.

Three stations run by Northern competing in World Cup of Stations as passengers vote for the winner

Passengers are being asked to cast their vote and decide which railway station has the biggest positive impact on the local community by bringing people together.

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Air conditioning, more space and more features: Northern to upgrade North West journeys with longer, better trains

Train operator Northern is set to introduce 37 refurbished Class 350 trains onto its network, bringing air conditioning, increased capacity and a more comfortable journey to customers travelling across Manchester and the wider North West.