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Nottingham's trams are running to a timetable - but are not yet picking up passengers.

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The trams were built in Derby by Bombardier.

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Trams reach a top speed of 50mph (80km/h) and feature three types of brakes, including electro-magnets for emergencies.

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Trams will hold about 200 people each (62 seated). Trips will cost �1 each.

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Line One covers 14km and will be serviced by 15 trams.

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The whole system is run from a Nasa-style control room.

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The city's Lace Market area, including St Mary's Church, is a historic back drop for a modern system.

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Trams last ran in Nottingham 67 years ago.