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Northern enhances website accessibility with new features
Northern has upgraded its website with new accessibility features, including customisable text options and multi-language support, to better serve a diverse range of customers.
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Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover the impactful community efforts of Southern and GTR staff in Brighton participating in beach clean-ups, LNER’s innovative ‘Our Planet’ train promoting sustainable travel and Brightline’s themed rides for concertgoers heading to The Big Concert.
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RSSB research supports lowering minimum age for train drivers to 18
The RSSB's research supports lowering the minimum age for train drivers to 18, finding that existing training and safety systems are sufficient for younger candidates without incurring additional costs.
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Train fare reductions announced for key East Yorkshire routes
Northern and TransPennine Express are reducing fares by 20% on key routes between Hull, Scarborough and Selby for 12 weeks to encourage more rail travel and reduce road congestion.
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Southeastern welcomes final two Class 707 City Beam trains
Southeastern has welcomed the final two Class 707 City Beam trains into service, completing the transfer of a total of 30 units from South Western Railway.
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EMR to provide free Wi-Fi at 97 stations across the East Midlands
East Midlands Railway is rolling out free Wi-Fi at 97 stations across the region, enhancing connectivity for passengers on its Intercity, Regional and Connect services.
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TfL’s new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station opens with enhanced accessibility
The new ticket hall at Paddington Tube station offers direct, step-free access to the Bakerloo line for the first time, significantly improving accessibility and user experience at one of London’s busiest transport hubs.
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South Western Railway launches campaign to boost female train drivers
South Western Railway is aiming to increase the number of women train drivers with a new recruitment campaign, offering training and flexible career opportunities.
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Local leaders approve £96 million funding for new Liverpool Baltic Station
Local leaders have approved a £96 million funding package for the construction of the Liverpool Baltic station, part of Mayor Steve Rotheram's initiative to enhance rail access and promote sustainable transport in the city region.
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Good News Friday: Your weekly round-up of positive rail news!
In this week’s ‘Good News Friday’, we cover Union Pacific's community grants supporting local initiatives, Great Northern's biodiversity efforts and GTR's award-winning solar energy project.
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Northern restricts access to dating apps via on-board Wi-Fi
Northern has blocked access to dating apps on its on-board Wi-Fi as part of the Friendly Wi-Fi scheme, which filters inappropriate content to ensure a safe environment for all passengers, especially children.
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Hitachi Rail unveils next-generation battery technology for commuter trains
Hitachi Rail is developing a new battery pack for commuter trains that is smaller, lighter and more powerful than existing models.
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The people behind the wheel: Peter Regan’s story, Sydney Metro
In the latest instalment of Global Railway Review’s ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Peter Regan, Chief Executive at Sydney Metro, reflects on his career in the rail industry, sharing his experiences leading the Sydney Metro project and his vision for the future of rail transportation.
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Arriva Group proposes five-step plan to reform UK railways
Arriva Group has proposed a five-step plan to reform the UK railway system, urging the government to adopt these measures to improve network efficiency, flexibility and passenger satisfaction.
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Lumo appoints O.agency to support PR strategy and enhance transport services
Lumo has appointed O.agency to lead its PR efforts, aiming to enhance awareness of its eco-friendly, fully electric rail services between Edinburgh and London.
