Date: 14/05/2011

Transport secretary Philip Hammond will spark a confrontation with unions this week by demanding steep cuts in the wage bills of Britain's railways, citing an official study suggesting that they cost 40% more to operate than equivalent systems in France, Germany and the Netherlands.

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Philip Hammond to confront rail unions over transport costs

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Report showing trains in Europe cost 40% less to run will fuel attack on pay and outdated travel perks