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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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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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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Stonehaven derailment: Vandals destroy flower beds on first anniversary
Flower beds at Stonehaven railway station have been destroyed on the first anniversary of the train derailment that killed three people.
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Silence for victims of Stonehaven rail disaster one year on
A minute’s silence was held today for the victims of the Stonehaven rail crash one year on from the disaster.
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LIVE: London to Glasgow Central record-breaking attempt fails
Avanti West Coast and Network Rail , in association with The Railway Magazine, have teamed up today to attempt to break the record for the fastest journey from London to Glasgow.
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Avanti West Coast and Network Rail join forces for London to Glasgow record attempt
Avanti West Coast and Network Rail , in association with The Railway Magazine, are teaming up today (June 17) to attempt to break the record for the fastest journey from London to Glasgow.
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Rail pass for ‘staycationers’ designed to boost tourism to Scotland
A new rail pass for domestic holidaymakers will be launched later this year to boost the recovery of domestic tourism, the Government has announced.
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