All Darren Caplan articles
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NewsNew station investment zones proposed by RIA to boost housing, transport, and economic growth across Great Britain
RIA calls for Station Investment Zones to unlock housing, jobs, and community development while improving transport infrastructure and encouraging public-private investment partnerships.
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Jeremy Westlake to outline vision for network rail at RIA annual conference in London
Jeremy Westlake, incoming Network Rail CEO, will share his insights on rail reform and growth at the Railway Industry Association’s annual conference this November.
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NewsRail industry leaders urge action on Midland Main Line electrification
The Rail Forum (RF) and the Railway Industry Association (RIA) have written a joint letter to Rail Minister Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill CBE, responding to the Government’s decision announced last week to ‘pause’ the Midland Main Line electrification upgrade.
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NewsThe Rail Industry Association celebrates 150 years!
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) marked its 150th anniversary with a special celebration in London on 10th July, bringing together its members and the wider railway industry, policy makers and influencers, key stakeholders, and communications and media professionals.
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NewsRIA honours outstanding UK rail suppliers at 2025 RISE Awards in London celebration
UK rail’s top suppliers were celebrated at the 2025 RISE Awards, highlighting excellence in innovation, leadership, diversity, and safety.
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NewsIndustry leaders back UK infrastructure strategy but call for long-term delivery and joined-up planning
The government’s new infrastructure plan receives industry praise, but experts urge coordination, continuity, and clear delivery to realise its potential.
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NewsRail industry welcomes rising passenger numbers and revenue following government investment boost
RIA hails new ORR and DfT figures showing 7% more journeys and £11.5bn in rail revenue growth.
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NewsRIA's Darren Caplan responds to the Chancellor’s spending review
Today's UK Spending Review has allocated significant investment to transport infrastructure outside London, including £15 billion for local transport projects in city regions and plans for Northern Powerhouse Rail.
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NewsRIA opens new office in Leeds
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has announced the opening of a new office in Leeds alongside its existing premises in both Westminster and Rayleigh.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Spring/ Summer Issue 2025
Welcome to the Spring/Summer issue of 2025! As always, thank you to the expert voices across the rail industry who continue to contribute their insights and vision to Global Railway Review. Your work drives the conversations and innovations that are shaping the future of rail.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review unveils all-star Editorial Council to chart course for 2025
Get ready for a new era of rail industry insight! Global Railway Review is thrilled to announce the formation of its dynamic new Editorial Council, a powerhouse of expertise assembled by Editor Elizabeth Jordan to guide the publication into 2025 and beyond.
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NewsRIA to be Green Signals ‘Programme Supporter’
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has become an official ‘Programme Supporter’ of Green Signals, the widely known and well-respected railway podcast and YouTube video channel.
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NewsRIA assesses Govt progress on rail after 6 months
At the start of a New Year, and on the six-month milestone of the Government taking office last July, the Railway Industry Association (RIA) has today written an Open Letter to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander MP.
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NewsRIA reacts to the Devolution White Paper
The English Devolution White Paper sets out the government’s plans to widen and deepen devolution across England, providing mayors with unprecedented powers and funding and hardwiring them into the way government works.
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NewsSouth Western Railway to be first train service to return to public ownership
South Western Railway will be the first service to transition to public ownership under new government reforms aimed at improving reliability and passenger focus across the UK rail network.
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NewsTransport Secretary unveils vision for seamless, people-centric transport across England
Former Transport Secretary Louise Haigh unveiled a landmark Integrated National Transport Strategy to modernise England's transport networks, emphasising seamless connectivity and local collaboration.
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NewsRail industry leaders predict sector contraction amid ongoing uncertainty, new survey finds
Nearly half of UK rail industry leaders expect the sector to contract in the coming year, with widespread concerns over delayed projects and uncertain government commitments.
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NewsUK government unveils Autumn 2024 Budget with major rail initiatives
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced significant rail upgrades in the Autumn 2024 Budget, including the electrification of services and investments to improve connectivity across the North of England.
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NewsRailway industry calls on new government for clarity on rail enhancements
The Railway Industry Association has urged the new UK government to provide clarity on future rail enhancements to give businesses confidence to invest, following five years without an updated infrastructure plan.