Extract from Westminster Hall debate on Leamside Line - Feb 8

Peter Gibson (Darlington) (Con):...I note that we are once again debating reopening a railway line that will better connect areas of the north-east to Darlington. Indeed, I might go as far as to say that it seems that all rails lead to Darlington. It would be remiss of me not to point that out, as it is further evidence that Darlington is the true home of the railways and a clear choice for the home of Great British Railways...

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