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<p>Northern’s Franchise Agreement stipulates that Pacers and other older types of
trains cannot be removed until they can be replaced by another train into passenger
service. This is to protect the stability of the rail timetable. Unfortunately, manufacturing
delays with the new fleet have meant a small number of pacers will remain in service
into 2020.</p><p> </p><p>We will work alongside Northern to progress all options to
remove Pacers as soon as possible however our top priority is to ensure a stable service
for passengers.</p><p> </p>
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