HM The Queen Elizabeth II at Tweedbank Station

The transcript discusses the reopening of a border rail link, highlighting the persistence of campaigners and the significant investment and effort involved in constructing the new Borders Railway Line. It also celebrates the milestone of the longest reigning monarch in British history, acknowledging the dedication and public service of the monarch, supported by the Duke of Edinburgh, and the admiration felt across the UK and Commonwealth.

How many years did it take for the border rail link to be reopened?

• 36 years

• 46 years

• 66 years

• 56 years

What was the total investment made for the new borders railway line?

• £350 million

• £300 million

• £250 million

• £200 million

How many bridges were involved in the construction or repair for the new railway?

• Over 125 bridges

• Over 100 bridges

• Over 75 bridges

• Over 50 bridges

What makes the new borders railway line historically significant?

• It is the first railway to be built in Scotland.

• It is the most expensive railway project in the UK.

• It is the longest new domestic railway in Britain for over a century.

• It is the shortest railway in Britain.

Who has supported the Queen throughout her reign?

• The Prince of Wales

• The Duke of Edinburgh

• The Archbishop of Canterbury

• The Prime Minister