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Train driver ‘distracted by coronavirus lockdown texts’ in Worcestershire crash
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A train driver distracted by text messages about coronavirus restrictions caused a rail crash involving an 85mph passenger service, an investigation has found.
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UK railway news round-up
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A new RAIB investigation has found that a driver struggling to use onboard software was the reason behind a crash involving an Azuma in November last year.
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Rail travel demand to return to 75% of normal levels, firm predicts
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Demand for rail travel will only return to 75% of normal levels following the coronavirus pandemic, transport company Abellio Group has predicted.
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Rail firms report 91% compliance with face covering rule
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More than nine out of 10 train passengers in London are complying with face covering rules, according to new figures.
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Digital signalling roll-out set to bring more reliable journeys
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The roll-out of digital signalling – set to improve safety and slash delays – has been accelerated through £1.2 million of new government funding announced by Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris.
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Ministers consider ‘incentives’ to win back rail travellers after lockdown
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Rail travellers may be offered “incentives” to get back on trains once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, peers have been told.
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Network Rail safety failings contributed to track worker deaths
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Network Rail’s long-term failure to improve safety was an underlying factor in the deaths of two track workers in South Wales, an investigation has found.
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Freight train derailment at Sheffield station causes travel chaos
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A freight train derailment near Sheffield is causing major disruption to passenger services.
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Construction of sea wall to protect Dawlish coastal railway begins
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Construction has begun on a new and bigger sea wall at Dawlish to protect the railway and town from rising sea levels and extreme weather for the next 100 years.
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Urgent safety warning issued after South Wales freight train fire
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Urgent safety advice has been issued following the derailment of a diesel-carrying freight train in South Wales which led to a major fire.
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