The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay will visit heritage railways – and travel on a steam train – on its final journey through England this summer.
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Stonehaven rail crash: Report findings ‘must be a watershed for safety’
The findings of the investigation into the Stonehaven train crash are “damning” and must be “a watershed moment for rail safety”, according to train drivers’ union Aslef.
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Eurostar offers free travel to Ukrainians travelling to the UK
Eurostar is offering free travel to Ukrainians travelling to the UK following Russia’s invasion.
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5 years ago: Nuclear Missile Trains For Russia
RUSSIAN state media reported in November the military had successfully test-fired its new Barguzin RS-24 Yars intercontinental missile system, which will be housed on launcher trains.
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Storm Dudley: Trains cancelled over 80mph wind warning
The Deputy First Minister has warned Scots the coming days will be “very challenging” as a result of two storms.
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RIA responds to ScotRail public ownership announcement
The RIA has responded to the confirmation that ScotRail services will transfer into public ownership from April.
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Edinburgh-Newcastle rail line closed due to Storm Corrie
Rail passenger face major disruption as services between Edinburgh and Newcastle are suspended due to Storm Corrie.
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TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois signs with global talent agency
Social media’s favourite trainspotter Francis Bourgeois has expressed his excitement as he signs with international talent agency YMU Group.
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800 days pass since Government rail enhancements list last updated
The Railway Industry Association’s (RIA) Rail Enhancements Clock, which records the amount of time since the Government last updated its Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline (RNEP), has passed 800 days.
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Edinburgh Cross Country staff to strike on New Year’s Eve
Strikes by railway workers and catering staff in two separate disputes are to go ahead on New Year’s Eve, union leaders have confirmed.
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