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More freight is being transported by rail than before the pandemic new figures show - with a Sheffield project highlighted for helping the Covid recovery and reducing emissions.

Network Rail says there were 4,839 freight train movements in its Eastern Region in the latest four-week reporting period, compared to 4,760 in the same period last year.

Each train takes an average 76 lorries off the road - equal to 36,700 trips.

Throughout the pandemic, Network Rail has worked with freight operators to keep vital services moving to keep supermarkets stocked up and ensure medical supplies can get to where they are needed.

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