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Why UK train stations need to be made safer
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Train stations cause over 200 severe slips, trips and falls that lead to injuries to members of the public annually. It’s a major problem that will only increase as people return to rail travel and train stations get busier once again.
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The Railway Magazine’s editors meet for the 125th anniversary of the first issue
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This month marks 125 years since the first issue of The Railway Magazine was published in July 1897. In this special podcast episode, we reunite every living editor and the current deputy editor of The Railway Magazine to mark the occasion. Enjoy this hour-long discussion of the history of the magazine, the formative events it’s…
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Six towns and cities shortlisted to be home of Great British Railways
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The Department for Transport (DfT) announced that Birmingham, Crewe, Derby, Doncaster, Newcastle-upon-Tyne and York are all in the running.
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More rail workers vote to strike over pay, jobs and conditions
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More railway workers have voted to strike in the bitter dispute over pay, jobs and conditions, increasing the threat of travel disruption this summer.
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Hornby withdraw two ‘Trains on Film’ due to licensing rights
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For several months there has been some speculation concerning the introduction of two Hornby train packs under the sub brand title of ‘Trains on Film’ which both featured, in one form or another the L&MR No.57 ‘Lion’ and associated rolling stock. The films concerned were ‘The Lady with a Lamp’ and ‘The Titfield Thunderbolt’. Hornby…
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Step towards No. 563 returning to steam
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A unique Victorian steam locomotive has been re-wheeled in “a hugely significant milestone” towards restoring the historic engine to full working order and returning it to steam for the first time since 1948.
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Only 174 days to go…
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The sun may be shining and summer holidays on many people’s minds, but it’s never too early to line up some festive family fun, says the SVR.
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Metropolitan No.1 overhaul update and appeal
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Built in 1898, Metropolitan No.1 is the sole surviving example of the E-Class 0-4-4 designed by the Chief Mechanical Engineer of the Metropolitan Railway T. F. Clark, for use on the Baker Street to Verney Junction service.
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Severn Valley Railway supports Red Cross Ukrainian Crisis Appeal
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The Severn Valley Railway is adding its support to the Ukrainian Crisis Appeal that’s being run by the Red Cross.
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What rail services will run on Friday after the latest strike?
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Rail services will continue to be disrupted on Friday due to the knock-on effects of the second day of this week’s rail strikes. Here are answers to 10 key questions about what passengers should expect to see on Friday. How many trains will run on Friday?
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