Problem: S1: The planned electrification of the Manchester to Blackpool North route was announced in December 2009 .
S2: The planned electrification of the Manchester route to Blackpool Nord was announced in December 2009 .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: yes

Problem: S1: announced to be created July 2013 .
S2: To be announced July 2013 .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: no

Problem: S1: Beth later turns the machine off and Robbie is shocked but understanding .
S2: Later Beth switched off the machine and Robbie is shocked but understanding .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A:
yes