Network Rail explains how Carstairs closure enabled improvement works
Network Rail has issued an explanation of how it has used the opportunity of the Carstairs Junction closure to carry out a wide range of other work.
Author: Janine Booth
I worked on London Underground stations for 26 years. I am interested in all things railway, with particular interests in accessibility and industrial relations.
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