"TimB" wrote in message
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North of Ely you've got largely single track, four-car platforms, and
not enough power. It's unlikely to be IEP to Kings Lynn.

Why ever not?

The IEP project would include upgrading the power and lengthening the
platforms if the decision was taken to use IEP - it isn't just a rolling
stock introduction to existing infrastructure. I'd agree it might never
happen due to other reasons though.

Quote:

"East Coast Main Line, including Hitchin to Cambridge and Kings Lynn
The scope of works on this line includes platform works, gauging works,
power supply/overhead line works to introduce Intercity Express trains ...
etc etc"

NR CP4 enhancements plan refers.

Paul S