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Concerns Raised Over £7bn Revenue Loss in Lower Thames Crossing Plans

Concerns Raised Over £7bn Revenue Loss in Lower Thames Crossing Plans

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Taxpayers are set to lose at least £120 million a year under the financial arrangements for the proposed Lower Thames Crossing, according to details emerging from government correspondence. The plans involve transferring revenues from the existing Dartford Crossing tolls to a new private operator that will build and run the road tunnel beneath the Thames. […]

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1.6 Million Drivers Seek Justice in UK’s Biggest ‘Dieselgate’ Class Action

1.6 Million Drivers Seek Justice in UK’s Biggest ‘Dieselgate’ Class Action

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Drivers across Britain could be in line for payouts worth thousands of pounds as a major “dieselgate” court case opens in London on Monday, potentially costing carmakers billions. About 1.6 million motorists have joined the class action lawsuit against 14 leading car manufacturers accused of fitting “defeat devices” to cheat emissions tests. The High Court

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‘See it. Say it. Sorted.’ Gets National Refresh as Rail Safety Drive Expands

‘See it. Say it. Sorted.’ Gets National Refresh as Rail Safety Drive Expands

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It has become one of the most familiar and at times irritating mantras of Britain’s railways. Now commuters are set to hear even more of the “See it. Say it. Sorted.” campaign, as the Department for Transport launches a refreshed version of the safety message. Updated announcements will be rolled out on trains and Tubes

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