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The Elizabeth line entrance at Liverpool Street station in London

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In Focus

When will the Elizabeth line open?

The Queen makes a surprise visit to Paddington Station to open new line

19 May 2022

A Southern Rail train leaves Clapham Junction station in London

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Why we’re talking about . . .

Flexible rail season tickets: ‘many passengers will be disappointed’

Part-time commuters can start using the new flexi tickets from 28 June

21 Jun 2021

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In Depth

Instant Opinion: ‘The emperor runs out of clothes’

Your guide to the best columns and commentary on Wednesday 2 December

2 Dec 2020

Rail transport

When will the Elizabeth line open?

Flexible rail season tickets: ‘many passengers will be disappointed’

Instant Opinion: ‘The emperor runs out of clothes’

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