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BUDGET SPECIAL with Sir Michael Holden

BUDGET SPECIAL with Sir Michael Holden

Update: 2025-11-27
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The Budget has finally been unveiled.

But what does it mean for transport?

In this week’s episode, I review the budget with Sir Michael Holden, former Chairman of Directly Operated Railways.

We discuss the impact on railway economics (and whether there’s money for the fares freeze), whether the fuel duty increases will actually happen, the Government’s commitment to capital investment and - above all - the need for an overarching strategy.

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BUDGET SPECIAL with Sir Michael Holden

BUDGET SPECIAL with Sir Michael Holden

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