Rail services between Scotland and England faced disruption on Wednesday following Tuesday’s record breaking temperatures.
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The rail network cannot cope with extreme heat as track hits 62C, admits Shapps
The hottest railway track reached a scorching 62C on Monday, as the Transport Secretary admitted it will take decades to upgrade existing lines to be more resilient.
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All-time record temperatures could alter train services
With Met Office warnings of temperatures possibly soaring to 40C next week, passengers should expect some delay to rail services, as railway speed restrictions may be necessary.
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The Railway Magazine’s editors meet for the 125th anniversary of the first issue
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
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Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to visit heritage railways
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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