Transform Scotland and Rail Freight Group (RFG) have published a joint proposal for a ‘National Low-Carbon Freight Network’ in response to the Scottish Government’s consultation on the new National Planning Framework (NPF4). Joe O’Donnell, Rail Freight Group’s Head of Policy, said: “Granting our proposed National Low-Carbon Freight Network national development status is a real opportunity […]
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By launching dedicated services to transport critical supplies, running faster trains and increasing cargo capacity, rail is playing a crucial role in keeping goods moving throughout the Covid-19 outbreak, according to FTA and the Rail Freight Group (RFG). The two leading business groups are praising the role of rail in supporting the public, logistics industry and wider […]
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The 141st issue of RFG News, the Rail Freight Group’s regular newsletter, has now been published. Download a copy here. The May 2020 issue leads with the sector’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic and our recent membership survey. It revealed the challenges and cautious optimism across the sector. Covid-19 has not dampened the enthusiasm for rail […]
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