1,000 days pass since last update of RNEP
RIA have warned that increasing delays to the latest update of the RNEP are causing communication issues and project budget cuts.
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RIA and Women in Rail launch first ever EDI Charter annual report
RIA and Women in Rail have published the 2022 EDI Charter annual which showcases best practice in how to embed an inclusive culture in modern rail organisations.
The Great British Railways Transition Team launch call for evidence to increase rail freight
GBRTT launched a call for evidence to get views from businesses on increasing rail freight to help meet ambitious net zero targets.
Official shortlist and vote announced to choose home of Great British Railways
Birmingham, Crewe, Derby, Doncaster, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and York will compete in a public vote to be the home of GBR.
UK government make £1 billion digital signalling investment
The new investment in the East Coast Main Line will result in a more reliable and sustainable rail network.
Great Western Railway awarded National Rail Contract
The Department for Transport have awarded a National Rail Contract to Great Western Railway to continue operating the Great Western network until at least 21 June 2025.
Rail industry unite in criticising the removal of the HS2 Golborne Link
The RIA, the Rail Freight Group and the High Speed Rail Group have united in condemning the UK Government’s plans to remove the Golborne Link from HS2.
RIA welcome 90 per cent milestone on passenger numbers
RIA have welcomed the latest rail travel statistics released by the DfT which show passenger numbers approaching their highest levels since March 2020.
TfW trial new onboard digital service for passengers with hearing loss
TfW have trialled a new digital service which provides personalised journey information announcements for passengers with hearing loss.
DB Cargo UK examine the growth of international rail freight
DB Cargo UK have hosted cross industry talks about the future of international rail freight, discussing ways to increase the volume of rail freight through the Channel Tunnel.
RAIB release report into Norfolk level crossing near miss
After a near collision between a passenger train and two cars at Coltishall Lane user worked level crossing, the RAIB have released several recommendations.
ORR set out decisions needed to deliver timetable improvements
The ORR has set out the key decisions needed for the successful delivery of the West Coast Main Line and East Coast Main Line timetable projects.
UK Government makes £7.6m available for rail innovation
In First of a Kind’s sixth year, the UK Government is making £7.6 million available to support cutting-edge ideas for rail innovation.
RIA warn 900 days of no RNEP is causing uncertainty with projects
The RIA has called for the DfT to publish the RNEP, which has not been updated in 900 days despite the government committing to annually update it.
Railway industry welcomes 80 per cent milestone on passenger numbers
The RIA have welcomed positive statistics from the DfT that show national rail passengers reached 80 per cent of pre pandemic levels on 18 March 2022.
