Latest United Kingdom News
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Amey Appointed to Network Rail’s Development and Design Partnership Framework
Amey has been selected as a design and consultancy partner for Network Rail’s Development and Design Partnership Framework (DDPF).
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Eurostar Responds to Report on Temple Mills Depot Capacity
Eurostar has responded to a report, commissioned by the ORR, outlining potential measures to increase capacity at the Temple Mills depot.
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Network Rail CEO Andrew Haines to Retire in October 2025
Sir Andrew Haines, Chief Executive of Network Rail, has announced his decision to retire from the company in October 2025.
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Additional Capacity at Eurostar Depot, Says ORR
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has stated that Eurostar’s London depot at Temple Mills International could accommodate additional trains.
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UK: Northern Adds Mobility Scooter Aids at 8 Additional Stations
Northern has added mobility scooter access aids at a further eight stations along its network.
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UK Government Announces Major Rail Investment in North England
The UK government has unveiled a significant funding package aimed at improving transport infrastructure across the North of England.
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TPE Expands Sign Language Upgrade to Manchester Airport
Passenger information screens at Manchester Airport have received upgrades to include information to assist BSL users.
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Research Highlights Barriers for Digitally Excluded Public Transport Users
London TravelWatch has identified challenges for passengers who are digitally excluded when travelling on public transport in London.
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Network Rail Cracks Down on Fly-Tipping
New research commissioned by Network Rail has found that 23% of Britons do not consider fly-tipping as a criminal offence.
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East West Rail: Chiltern Railways Named as First Stage Operator
The DfT has announced the selection of Chiltern Railways as the operator for the first stage of the new East West Rail link.
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UK: LNER Begins Implementation of New Delay Prediction Tool
LNER has begun the implementation of new machine learning technology to help predict train delays along its routes.
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New Train Operator Announces Plans for Channel Tunnel Services
A new train operating company, Gemini, has been established to provide competitive high-speed rail services between the UK and Europe.
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Arriva Sets Sights on Direct Services for Cleethorpes, Grimsby & London
Arriva Group has announced the submission of an open access application for a slew of direct services between Cleethorpes, Grimsby & London.
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IN PICTURES: TBM 'Sushila' Reaches Green Park Way
HS2 Tunnel Boring Machine 'Sushila' has reached the end of its journey following the completion of a 5-mile excavation beneath the capital.
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UK: Network Rail Issues Bank Holiday Travel Advice for West Coast Line
Network Rail has issued advice for passengers looking to travel between London Euston & Scotland during the upcoming Easter bank holiday.
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ScotRail Begins Trials of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil
ScotRail has begun trialling Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as an alternative to diesel in one of its Class 156 train units.
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Network Rail Begins Trials of Helicopter-Based Camera System
Network Rail has begun trials for a helicopter-based camera system aimed at spotting potential track issues before they occur.
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UK: GWR Adds 26 Class 175 Trains to Southwestern Fleet
Great Western Railway (GWR) has announced the introduction of 26 Class 175 trains to its Southwestern fleet.
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Siemens Mobility Opens New Distribution Centre at Goole Rail Village
Siemens Mobility has officially opened its new Rail Components Distribution Centre at Goole Rail Village.
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UK's 10 Least Reliable Train Stations Revealed
A new study published by luggage shipping company, MyBaggage, has identified the United Kingdom's 10 least reliable train stations.
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UK: First Refurbished Class 170 Turbostar Returns to Operation
The first of a series of refurbished Class 170 Turbostar trains has been reintroduced onto CrossCountry lines across the United Kingdom.
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Real-Time Performance Data Displayed at UK Rail Stations
Performance data for over 1,700 rail stations is now being displayed publicly, indicating the punctuality and reliability of train services.
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Bakerloo Line and DLR Extensions Included in London Growth Plan
London’s leaders have launched a Growth Plan aimed at supercharging the capital’s productivity and enhancing transport infrastructure.
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UK: DB ESG to Supply Upgrades for Northern's Class 333 EMUs
Northern Trains has contracted DB ESG to install passenger information system and energy metering upgrades on its fleet of Class 333 EMUs.