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MODERNISATION PLAN BRITISH RAILWAYS' BLUEPRINT FOR THE FUTURE ISBN 9780711037908
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MODERNISATION PLAN BRITISH RAILWAYS' BLUEPRINT FOR THE FUTURE ISBN 9780711037908
£22.50
MODERNISATION PLAN
BRITISH RAILWAYS' BLUEPRINT
FOR THE FUTURE
ISBN: 9780711037908 by David N. Clough
Published in December 1954 the Modernisation and Re-equipment of British Railways report is better known simply as the Modernisation Plan. By this period in BR's history, the economics of the industry had started to deteriorate dramatically. Part of this was the result of the gradual erosion of traffic caused by the postwar boom in the use of the internal combustion engine for both passenger and freight transport, but it was also a consequence of the industry's reliance upon older and less efficient technology. Britain was still constructing significant numbers of steam locomotives, relying upon the fact that the country had several hundred years of accessible coal, whilst overseas the railway industry was investing heavily in new forms of traction, diesel and electric. BR had inherited minor programmes covering both forms of traction - such as the LMS's pioneering diesel-electric locomotives and the LNER's Woodhead electrification scheme - and had also tentatively introduced the first significant numbers of DMUS. The Modernisation Plan, however, envisaged the electrification of the major main lines, the wholesale dieselisation of other routes, the gradual elimination of steam, the closure of certain lines, the construction of massive marshalling yards and new rolling stock. It was believed, according to a government report of 1956, that the modernisation thus achieved would result in vastly improved financial returns. The reality, however, was very different as the debt burden placed upon the industry - the money required to fund the work was borrowed at commercial rates, for example - resulted in the rapid deterioration of the industry's finances and, inexorably, led to the position where Dr Richard Beeching was asked to look in detail at the industry's future. With the 50th anniversary of the Modernisation Plan approaching, now is the ideal opportunity to look in detail at the causes and effects of the Plan, drawing upon material from the various archives much of which was unavailable to earlier historians of the period.
Dimensions: 23.8 x 1.5 x 15 cm
Hardcover
192 pages
Publisher: Ian Allan
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CHEQUES PAYABLE TO SHEFFIELD TRANSPORT MODELS please
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS - PayPal only please
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Postage Discounts Since the introduction of the UK Large Letter/Packets system it is almost impossible to accurately predict postal charges on multiple/different items. A discount is automatically applied at checkout, but if you are purchasing multiple items then request an invoice which will allow me to apply the maximum discount. Should you be bidding on other items finishing within 5 days please email to advise me of this, let me know when you have finished bidding and we'll send you a combination invoice. In order to receive the maximum discount please wait until a combination invoice is sent this will include the discount, do not pay separately as you lose the discount.
Terms of Sale Claims/Damages/Non receipt of Goods A certificate of Posting/receipt is always obtained on posting. P&P charges will include cover for loss or damage by Royal Mail. We cannot be held responsible for Royal Mail failures but will endeavor to replace stock items where possible. [subject to necessary claim forms being completed] Alternatively we will supply you with the required evidence should you wish to claim yourself. Should you have a problem then please contact us and we will instruct you on how to proceed.
Feedback it would be appreciated if you acknowledge receipt of your goods with positive feedback, I will always respond. [see customer satisfaction]
Returns Returns accepted within 14 days of receipt [see returns policy]
Customer Satisfaction if for any reason you are not happy with any aspect of your purchase, please contact us first before leaving feedback, we will do our best to resolve any issue.
About Us PUFFERWILLIES is now in partnership with local model shop SHEFFIELD TRANSPORT MODELS who have been in the model industry for over 28 years. We now offer a comprehensive range of products from all leading manufacturers, covering all aspects of Model Railway , Diecast Vehicles , Slot Racers , including Scalextric , and a huge range of new and used Transport Books, DVD's etc., and of course the best in Scenery. Currently we have around 12,000 products available on line, Please take a look when you get the chance and feel free to telephone us for helpful and friendly advice.
Contact Us email; info@pufferwillies.co.uk http://www.pufferwillies.co.uk
email; info@sheffieldtransportmodels.co.uk http://www.sheffieldtransportmodels.com
Telephone 0114 2553010 [shop open 10 - 5.30] or 0114 2347792
MODERNISATION PLAN BRITISH RAILWAYS' BLUEPRINT FOR THE FUTURE ISBN 9780711037908
£22.50
MODERNISATION PLAN
BRITISH RAILWAYS' BLUEPRINT
FOR THE FUTURE
ISBN: 9780711037908 by David N. Clough
Published in December 1954 the Modernisation and Re-equipment of British Railways report is better known simply as the Modernisation Plan. By this period in BR's history, the economics of the industry had started to deteriorate dramatically. Part of this was the result of the gradual erosion of traffic caused by the postwar boom in the use of the internal combustion engine for both passenger and freight transport, but it was also a consequence of the industry's reliance upon older and less efficient technology. Britain was still constructing significant numbers of steam locomotives, relying upon the fact that the country had several hundred years of accessible coal, whilst overseas the railway industry was investing heavily in new forms of traction, diesel and electric. BR had inherited minor programmes covering both forms of traction - such as the LMS's pioneering diesel-electric locomotives and the LNER's Woodhead electrification scheme - and had also tentatively introduced the first significant numbers of DMUS. The Modernisation Plan, however, envisaged the electrification of the major main lines, the wholesale dieselisation of other routes, the gradual elimination of steam, the closure of certain lines, the construction of massive marshalling yards and new rolling stock. It was believed, according to a government report of 1956, that the modernisation thus achieved would result in vastly improved financial returns. The reality, however, was very different as the debt burden placed upon the industry - the money required to fund the work was borrowed at commercial rates, for example - resulted in the rapid deterioration of the industry's finances and, inexorably, led to the position where Dr Richard Beeching was asked to look in detail at the industry's future. With the 50th anniversary of the Modernisation Plan approaching, now is the ideal opportunity to look in detail at the causes and effects of the Plan, drawing upon material from the various archives much of which was unavailable to earlier historians of the period.
Dimensions: 23.8 x 1.5 x 15 cm
Hardcover
192 pages
Publisher: Ian Allan
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/pufferwillies
Postage discounts on multiple purchases
Check out our other items ! Be sure to add us to your favourites list !
Payment PayPal payments [no surcharge] are accepted for your convenience
Credit/ Debit Card payments accepted over the phone.
Call the shop on 0114 2553010 10am - 5.30pm
Bank Transfer BACS payments. These usually take one to two days, should you wish to pay by this method please tick the other box at the checkout stage and I will send you details on how to proceed.
Postal Orders and Bank Drafts goods will be dispatched upon receipt of payment
Personal /Company Cheques we are very happy to accept these but please note the cheque will usually be subject to clearance before goods are dispatched.
CHEQUES PAYABLE TO SHEFFIELD TRANSPORT MODELS please
INTERNATIONAL BUYERS - PayPal only please
Shipping Goods are usually dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. Quality, secure packaging is always used [please see my feedback]
Postage Discounts Since the introduction of the UK Large Letter/Packets system it is almost impossible to accurately predict postal charges on multiple/different items. A discount is automatically applied at checkout, but if you are purchasing multiple items then request an invoice which will allow me to apply the maximum discount. Should you be bidding on other items finishing within 5 days please email to advise me of this, let me know when you have finished bidding and we'll send you a combination invoice. In order to receive the maximum discount please wait until a combination invoice is sent this will include the discount, do not pay separately as you lose the discount.
Terms of Sale Claims/Damages/Non receipt of Goods A certificate of Posting/receipt is always obtained on posting. P&P charges will include cover for loss or damage by Royal Mail. We cannot be held responsible for Royal Mail failures but will endeavor to replace stock items where possible. [subject to necessary claim forms being completed] Alternatively we will supply you with the required evidence should you wish to claim yourself. Should you have a problem then please contact us and we will instruct you on how to proceed.
Feedback it would be appreciated if you acknowledge receipt of your goods with positive feedback, I will always respond. [see customer satisfaction]
Returns Returns accepted within 14 days of receipt [see returns policy]
Customer Satisfaction if for any reason you are not happy with any aspect of your purchase, please contact us first before leaving feedback, we will do our best to resolve any issue.
About Us PUFFERWILLIES is now in partnership with local model shop SHEFFIELD TRANSPORT MODELS who have been in the model industry for over 28 years. We now offer a comprehensive range of products from all leading manufacturers, covering all aspects of Model Railway , Diecast Vehicles , Slot Racers , including Scalextric , and a huge range of new and used Transport Books, DVD's etc., and of course the best in Scenery. Currently we have around 12,000 products available on line, Please take a look when you get the chance and feel free to telephone us for helpful and friendly advice.
Contact Us email; info@pufferwillies.co.uk http://www.pufferwillies.co.uk
email; info@sheffieldtransportmodels.co.uk http://www.sheffieldtransportmodels.com
Telephone 0114 2553010 [shop open 10 - 5.30] or 0114 2347792
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