U.S., Jan. 7 -- The UK government has set out its vision to invigorate rail connections across the north-east of England with more modern and reliable services for passengers.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps committed to reinvigorating rail connections across the north-east yesterday, outlining how new investment will boost the rail network as the government looks to level up infrastructure across the country.

Visiting Horden Peterlee, a new 10.55 million pounds project set to be finished in May 2020, Mr Shapps hailed the importance of expanding the rail network, ensuring passengers and businesses across the region have the frequent, reliable journeys they rely on.

Improving connectivity for an area currently with no station over a 20...