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Investigation into a trackworker struck by a train between Radlett Junction and Elstree & Borehamwood station, Hertfordshire, 15 March 2026.
New framework strengthens Scotland’s rail decision‑making, protecting devolved powers and delivering clearer, more reliable services for passengers.
New UK–Welsh rail agreement gives Wales a bigger say in services, working together to deliver better and more reliable journeys and with a commitment to providing bilingual customer information.
Announces the publication of a new MoU with the Welsh Government and outlines how both governments will work together on rail reform.
RAIB has today released its report into two track workers struck by a wagon being propelled by a rail crane at Port Glasgow, Inverclyde, 15 March 2025.
The government is exploring options to cut HS2 costs, reduce delays and deliver the benefits of increased rail capacity and faster journeys earlier.
Review of High Speed Two (HS2) including: update on the programme reset, delivery progress, community impacts, land and property.
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter join the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR).
These changes allow passengers to claim Delay Repay compensation faster and the rail industry to invest in improvements across the UK.
Major boost to sustainable development, as £100 million invested to speed up planning approvals
We're taking action to help families with the cost of living, here is what you need to know.
RAIB has today released its report into a fatal accident at Ickenham London Underground station, 28 March 2025.
RAIB has today released its report into a passenger trapped and dragged at Ealing Broadway, 24 November 2024.
High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd Chair, Mike Brown, responds to the first Residents' & Construction Commissioner’s report.
Government freezes rail fares, saving passengers £600 million and easing cost‑of‑living pressures as it rebuilds a better, more reliable railway.
Investigation into a fatal accident involving a young person at Bottesford footpath crossing, Leicestershire, 25 January 2026.
Derailment of a passenger train at Hopetown Junction, Darlington, 31 January 2026.
A generational UK Government commitment to modernise Welsh rail is set to support 12,000 jobs across Wales.
The Transport Secretary sets out her vision for a reformed railway that's run by the public, for the public.
Lowering the train driver age from 20 to 18 will give younger people the chance to build rewarding careers in the UK railway industry.
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