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« Reply #15 on: July 21, 2023, 21:58:04 »
"Hogwarts express services suspended over safety fears"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-66271357
Somewhat related ?
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A proper intercity train has a minimum of 8 coaches, gangwayed throughout, with first at one end, and a full sized buffet car between first and standard.
It has space for cycles, surfboards,luggage etc.
A 5 car DMU▸ (Diesel Multiple Unit) is not a proper inter-city train. The 5+5 and 9 car DMUs are almost as bad.
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« Reply #16 on: July 21, 2023, 22:07:41 »
On a related issue.  I recently visited the North Norfolk Railway during their vintage week.  I have recently had a hip replacement so I am not yet fully mobile.  I travelled first on a 1960's train.  I found this difficult to climb into and out of as the steps were narrow and like a ladder.  I travelled back on a Victorian train which had wide running board and was much easier for me to use.  That's progress!
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« Reply #17 on: July 22, 2023, 09:28:14 »
Quote from: broadgage on July 21, 2023, 21:58:04
"Hogwarts express services suspended over safety fears"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-66271357
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Could Scotrail benefit from this if it is long term?
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