Germany and the UK have signed a joint declaration to explore a direct international rail service through the Channel Tunnel, a step forward from the political pledge made in July’s Kensington Treaty. Transport ministers say they are now “committed” to creating a London–Berlin rail link – but the fine print reveals a very cautious, procedural roadmap.

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