Future confirmed as Porterbrook acquire Electrostar train fleet
Porterbrook has announced that it has been successful in its big to acquire 30 Class 379 Electrostar trains.
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Severn Valley Railway reveals Easter plans
Severn Valley Railway in the West Midlands has announced its programme of activities and events during the Easter holiday season.
London to Birmingham tour announced for Class 52 locomotive
Pathfinder Tours and UK Railtours have joined forces for the first time and are offering a chance for enthusiasts to ride behind a Class 52 locomotive…
ORR: Positive response in wake of rail fee transparency report
The Office of Rail and Road says retailers have responded positively to their report in December 2023 regarding additional fees and how transparent th…
Strike ballot launched in Scotland over Driver Only Operation
The RMT Union are going to ballot ScotRail members for strike action over Driver Only Operation.
Network Rail campaign urges young people to choose train instead of car
A new campaign by Network Rail and rail industry partners encourages young people to choose the train when travelling to help fight climate change.
West Yorkshire politicians call for long term investment in region’s rail network
Politicians in West Yorkshire are calling on the Government for more investment in the region’s transport network to establish a long-term strategy.
Police statement after person found on fire at East Lancashire railway station
The British Transport Police has released a statement following an incident this morning at an East Lancashire railway station.
£1.9m upgrade in Scotland completed by Network Rail
The six-day project has seen Network Rail undertake the replacement of over 1km of track at Laggansarroch viaduct in Scotland.
£1.6m project on Scottish viaduct to get underway
Passengers are being reminded buses will replace trains later this month as work gets underway on Rannoch Viaduct.