It will be between 2028 to 2031 before the first trains run on the London to Birmingham route.
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The Duke of Sussex responds to criticism of his travel at the launch of an eco-tourism project.
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Rebel Tories join Labour MPs in bid to stop no-deal, after Downing Street threatens snap election.
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A cross-party group of MPs and peers are seeking to block moves to suspend Parliament.
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Families are being urged to discuss donation to boost transplant numbers.
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Years of fussy eating left the Bristol 17-year-old’s vision irreparably damaged by malnutrition.
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New advice from the government says the sticker will be needed to drive in the Republic of Ireland.
Read More »Brexit: ‘Election in October’ if MPs block no deal
The PM says he does not want a general election, but it is understood he would seek to call one if he is defeated over Brexit delays.
Read More »Brexit: No 10 ‘considering’ election amid no-deal battle with MPs
The BBC understands “live discussions” are going on about whether to ask MPs to approve a snap poll.
Read More »Corbyn ‘wants’ an election despite warning from Tony Blair
The Labour leader says the UK “needs” a general election, but the ex-PM says it would be “a trap”.
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