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Modern Railways June 2024

June 2024 issue of Modern Railways in page-turning format features a Southern Region special focus and is available now

Blackpool Trams extension to open on 12 June

Major extension to open after delays caused by hotel construction

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Fire fears caused passengers to self-evacuate Underground train

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