Date: 18/11/2013

A rail chief has invoked the Hollywood blockbuster Field Of Dreams in setting out his vision for how the Scottish network will dramatically expand over the next 50 years.
Alex Sharkey, one of Network Rail's most senior officials in Scotland, believes the demand is there to drive significant further growth in train travel if only the lines can be opened.

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Location: Bathgate
Company: Edinburgh and Bathgate Railway
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