Latest Great British Railways News
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Chiltern Railways to Come Under Public Ownership
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that Chiltern Railways services will move into public ownership on Sunday 20 September 2026…
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New Scheme to Automate Ticket Acceptance Across British Rail Network
The DfT has announced that as of 20 September, passengers whose trains have been cancelled will be able to use other services free of charge…
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Alstom to Build 29 Battery-Electric Trains in Derby with £1 Billion Deal
Alstom will build 29 battery-electric trains for TransPennine Express at its Litchurch Lane Works in Derby.
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UK: Great British Railways to Enable 40% Freight Boost by 2040
The Government has unveiled new plans that aim to utilise the introduction of Great British Railways to boost rail freight by up to 40%.
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New GBR Anglia Trains Unveiled at London Liverpool Street Station
The first new Anglian trains to carry the new Great British Railways identity have been unveiled at London Liverpool Street station.
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Government Officially Enshrines GBR Public Ownership in Legislation
A new amendment by the Government has officially enshrined public ownership of Great British Railways (GBR) in legislation.
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International Railway Summit: Great British Railways, Privatisation & Integration
At the 14th International Rail Summit, industry leaders came together to discuss the impending formation of Great British Railways.
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Great British Railways Urged to Draw Lessons from British Rail
In a new report, senior figures with experience of British Rail shared lessons that could help shape the future of Great British Railways.
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GTR to Enter Public Ownership on Sunday 31 May
From Sunday 31 May, GTR will officially become part of the growing list of publicly owned operators providing rail services in Britain.
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What Has Changed Since South Western Railway Entered Public Ownership?
What has changed since South Western Railway entered public ownership one year ago? New trains, capacity improvements, and ongoing delays.
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Great British Railways Train Unveiled Ahead of GTR Nationalisation
The first train with Great British Railways (GBR) branding has been unveiled ahead of Govia Thameslink Railway entering public ownership.
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UK: Latest National Timetable Changes to Increase Capacity & Connectivity
National rail timetable changes aim to bring increased capacity, improved connectivity and targeted service enhancements across England.
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UK: New Leadership Team to Align Track & Train Across Anglia
A new leadership team has brought together c2c, Greater Anglia and Network Rail Anglia, enabling a closer alignment across Eastern England.
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UK: Great Western Railway Services to Be Nationalised by 2027
The DfT has announced that Great Western Railway train services will officially be nationalised on 13 December 2026.
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UK: Government Agrees to Provide Further Information on Railways Bill
The UK Government has issued a full response to the Transport Committee's recent report on the Railways Bill.
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Two Derby Locations Make Shortlist for New GBR HQ
Two locations in Derby have made the final shortlist for the brand-new Great British Railways (GBR) headquarters.
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ORR Sets Out Day-to-Day Responsibilities in 2026-27 Business Plan
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has published its Business Plan for 2026-27, setting out its key responsibilities for the next year.
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UK & Scottish Governments Publish Agreement for Rail Functions Ahead of GBR
The UK & Scottish Governments have published a new agreement setting out plans for rail functions following the establishment of GBR.
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MoU Aims to Deliver Improvements Across Welsh Rail Network Under GBR
The UK government has published an agreement with Welsh ministers that aims to set out new ways of working under Great British Railways.
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UK: DFTO Appoints Non-Executive Directors in Preparation for GBR Transition
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter have been appointed as non-executive directors to the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board.
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What’s Next for the Office of Rail & Road?
The Office of Rail & Road is set to have its regulatory powers reduced as a result of the birth of Great British Railways.
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UK: Government to Streamline Delay Repay Process
New Government plans aim to simplify the delay repay process, streamlining the overall claim system for delayed trains.
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Rail Fares Frozen Across England in 30 Year First
Rail fares across England have been frozen by the Government in an effort to both aid with the cost of living and support economic growth.
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MPs Seek Clarity on Rail Reforms and Political Control of Great British Railways
MPs have called on the Government to provide details on rail reform and to limit political micromanagement for Great British Railways.