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How much has new trains procurement cost taxpayers? Scot Gov refuses to say

How much has new trains procurement cost taxpayers? Scot Gov refuses to say

Leading rail union ASLEF has said the government must be transparent in its dealings and ensure that any purchases benefit taxpayers.

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