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    Levenmouth rail link to reopen: project updates

    The main compound for construction along the branch line is at the Fife Heritage Railway yard (there are other smaller ones), so I wonder if the Heritage Railway features in some thinking around excursions. That plus the fact that a coastal stop at the end of/extension of the Fife Circle might...
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    Levenmouth rail link to reopen: project updates

    By way of further information, Levenmouth is the local administrative area (one of six across Fife) and the Levenmouth conurbation comprises a number of almost contiguous settlements (Leven, Methil, Methilhill, Buckhaven, Windygates, Kennoway) as well as the Wemyss villages and the Largo/Lundin...
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    Levenmouth rail link to reopen: project updates

    To respond to some specific points raised: -The Minister committed to reconnecting Levenmouth in CP6 and would like this sooner than at the end of the 5 years, it’s an example of the new pipeline approach. Mind you, if there a Chinese rail contractor, I’d imagine it might not take more than a...
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    Levenmouth rail link to reopen: project updates

    Thanks to those recognising the huge commitment by the Campaigners. The Levenmouth reopening was driven by the community campaign. We appreciate support from Fife Council and the elected reps but we'd still be in the wilderness if not for the pressure from the Campaign backed by the community...
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    Levenmouth rail link to reopen: project updates

    A few observations from one of the Levenmouth activists delighted 5 and a half years of relentless campaigning has succeeded. The case was very strong -largest urban area in Scotland unconnected, mothballed line, high deprivation but there is absolutely no guarantee a compelling case leads to a...

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