Latest ORR News
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UK: ORR to Lower Risk Fees for Third Parties & Investors
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has announced intentions to lower rail risk fees for third parties and investors.
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ORR Publishes Safe AI Innovation Action Plan
The Office of Rail and Road has published its Safe AI Innovation Action Plan, setting out plans to enable the safe adoption of AI in UK rail…
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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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Eurotunnel Fined £2.25 Million Following Health and Safety Failing
Eurotunnel has been fined £2.25 million after pleading guilty to an offence under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
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UK: New Stations Authorised at Willenhall and Darlaston
The Office of Rail and Road has authorised a set of two new stations at Willenhall and Darlaston in the West Midlands.
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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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Northern Trains Commits to Extensive Disability Training Following ORR Report
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has secured commitments from Northern Trains that all staff will receive disability awareness training.
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Northumberland Park Station Receives ORR Authorisation
The Office of Rail and Road has officially authorised the opening of the new Northumberland Park Station in North Tyneside.
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ORR Chief Executive John Larkinson to Leave in April
Office of Rail and Road (ORR) Chief Executive John Larkinson has announced his retirement from his position.
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ORR Expands on Future Responsibilities Alongside Introduction of GBR
The Office of Rail and Road has expanded on its role within the creation and officiating of GBR during a meeting at Parliament this morning.
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UK: Passenger Journeys Increase by 7% in Q2 2025
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has published new statistics regarding the use of Great Britain's network between April and June 2025 (Q2)…
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Office of Rail and Road Mandates Assessment of Accessible Travel Redress
The ORR has issued an update to its Accessible Travel Policy (ATP) Guidance that mandates all rail operators to assess redress claims.
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Virgin Approved to Move Ahead with Cross-Channel Service Plans
The Office of Rail and Road has officially approved Virgin Trains' application for access to Temple Mills International Depot.
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Lumo Submits Application for New Cardiff to York Service
FirstGroup open access operator Lumo has announced plans to introduce a new route between Cardiff and York.
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UK: ORR Gives Go-Ahead for Opening of New Beaulieu Park Station
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has given official authorisation for the opening of Beaulieu Park railway station.
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Gemini Trains Confirms Partnership with Siemens Mobility and Rock Rail
Train operator to be, Gemini Trains, has confirmed that it has picked Siemens Mobility as the rolling stock manufacturer for its fleet.
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UK Rail Industry Makes Progress on Cost-Effective Safety Decisions
The UK rail industry has taken steps to improve how it assesses health and safety measures, following recommendations from the ORR.
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UK: ORR Approves Upgrades for Newquay Station
A slew of upgrades for Newquay station have been officially authorised by The Office of Rail and Road (ORR).
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ORR Finds London to Channel Tunnel Link Performance Improvements from 2024 to 2025
Train performance along the high speed route from London to the Channel Tunnel has seen an significant improvement in performance.
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ORR Approves Additional East Coast Main Line Services
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has approved a number of additional services for three open access operators on the East Coast Main Line.
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ORR Calls for Applications for Cross-Channel Rail Services
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has reached out to both Eurostar and a number of new applicants looking to run cross-channel rail services…
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Office of Rail and Road Publishes New Revenue Protection Suggestions
The Office of Rail and Road has recommended a series of improvements for the handling of revenue protection within the UK's rail industry.
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ORR Calls for Better Communication in Rail Passenger Assistance
The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has called on operators to improve communication and enhance support for passengers needing assistance.
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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.