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Fire Near Clapham Junction Halts Gatwick Express and Southern Services
A trackside fire near Clapham Junction on 27 September 2026 damaged signalling equipment, disrupting Southern and Gatwick Express services into London Victoria. Repairs continue with normal service expected after 4 PM.
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Alberta and Ottawa Collaborate on Calgary-Edmonton High-Speed Rail Proposal
Alberta and the federal government will issue a Request for Proposal in fall 2026 for a high-speed rail connecting Calgary to Edmonton. The selected private-sector bidder is expected by April 2027 with minimal provincial investment.
Fire Near Clapham Junction Sparks Major Delays on London Rail Network
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