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Ivanhoe Line Revival Faces New Hurdles | Leicester News
The Ivanhoe Line, a long-dormant railway connecting Burton-on-Trent to Leicester, is reigniting hopes for better public transport—but faces new hurdles under a new Prime Minister. While the incoming leader champions rail, their focus on devolved powers could complicate cross-county projects like this one, which spans four counties. Past funding failures stemmed from lack of unified local advocacy, but supporters remain optimistic, citing the PM’s pro-rail stance and the line’s potential to transform commutes, boost education, and fuel economic growth. With renewed determination, locals aim to…
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