Recent content by bahnause

ETCS would be two short beeps. I don't mind them being in the cab for the announcements. They know what to do and what not to do.

No announcements are made by the driver, they are either automatic or done by the guard. Often the guard uses the cab for the announcements as ist is the easiest way to do it. No Integra on the 512 either.

A very good example of a simple mitigation strategy used after a risk assessment. It is however important to recognise, that not every (near) incident leads to a new risk assessment. The case brought up by the starter of this thread may fall within the previously defined acceptance criteria and...

Was it ever labours plan to ban zero hour contracts outright? The Times (March 28)

Wrong thread…

Spot on. I haven't voted in an election in any other way for 27 years.

Unfortunately I can't find one. The end card had limited seating in the upper deck, but the whole lower section was used as space for traction equipment. They could, but it would limit the options. If someone comes up with a workable concept that meets the requirements, SBB would be happy with...

The last tenders did not allow any locomotive-hauled trains to be offered, but for technical and not operational reasons. Twindexx and Giruno due to the limited axle loads, the 60 Stadler IRD were from an option of a former contract to have a compatible fleet. However, the next replacement will...

The advantages of multiple units and locomotive-hauled trains differ depending on the area of application. In terms of cost, for example, a locomotive-hauled double-decker push-pull train with a capacity of more than 4-6 carriages is the most favourable option for long-distance services in...

It's quite simple. There is no law that forces a refugee to apply for asylum in a particular country. If there were, there would be less discussion. I'm not going to waste my time trying to prove a negative either. If you have evidence: Share it. But the current practice has also been deemed...

I don't understand this whole obsession with borders. Schengen does not mean that there are no more controls. Schengen means that the external borders will be better protected and that cooperation between police authorities within the Schengen area are strengthened and there are more powers to...

A lot about article 30/31 it is explained here: Safe countries only?

As EU citizens, all nationals of the Member States of the European Union have the right to move freely within the European Union and to enter and reside in any EU Member State

Just apply the "Guidance on civil servants receiving gifts or hospitality". Can't be that hard if it's done for years in many other parts of the government and many private companies. I couldn't accept anything worth over 25£ a year from a customer.

You might want to check out SBB Railaway. They offer tickets including the bus transfer to the park and admission. Railcoaster SBB Railaway