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Eurostar is to start running doubledecker trains through the Channel tunnel to meet growing demand for international rail travel from the UK - but not until 2031.

The rail operator announced it had signed a 2bn (1.7bn) deal for at least 30 - and up to 50 - new trains from the manufacturer Alstom.