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« on: June 18, 2020, 17:25:33 »
When might we see daily services between Okehampton and Exeter suitable for the flows of general business in the area (not just a summer Sunday service)?
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« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2020, 17:28:02 »

We recognise the aspiration and are working with Network Rail and the Department for Transport to progress reopening of the line as an obvious candidate for the Restore your Railway initiative.  We will keep you informed as this progresses.
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