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London station gets summer garden makeover to highlight the impact of climate change on the railway
- Inspired by the Chelsea Flower Show, Network Rail installs climate change garden at London Victoria
- Display highlights the damaging effects that heat and dry spells inflict on the railway and the innovations used to tackle them
Survey reveals young adults underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
- Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
- 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
- Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway
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Historic Mackintosh design brought back to life at Glasgow Central
A new ceramic mural celebrating the work of Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh has been unveiled at Glasgow Central Station.
More than 1,000 children learn vital skills at Leeds Station Safety Week
A record 1,030 Year 6 pupils are taking part in interactive railway safety sessions as part of Leeds Station Safety Week.
West Midlands railwayman celebrates 50 years of service
A Black Country man who has helped keep millions of people on the move during a 50 year career has celebrated a milestone anniversary at Birmingham New Street.
GBR Anglia celebrates decade of investment during Better Transport Week
GBR Anglia is supporting Better Transport Week 2026, an annual campaign celebrating the benefits of public transport, shared transport, walking, wheeling, and cycling.
Network Rail colleague honoured in King’s Birthday Honours
A Network Rail colleague has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026, in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the community.
Rail upgrades mean no trains between Bedford and London over two weekends
A significant package of railway improvement work will affect journeys between Bedford and London over the next two weekends.
Two Network Rail colleagues honoured in The King’s Birthday Honours 2026
Two Network Rail colleagues – Esther Lagden and Tyron Woodford – have been awarded British Empire Medals (BEM) in The King’s Birthday Honours 2026, in recognition of their exceptional contributions to their communities.
- Esther Lagden has been recognised for her dedicated voluntary service supporting young people.
- Tyron Woodford has been honoured for his outstanding contribution to inclusion, public service and community support.
Passenger travel update following serious bridge collision between Rugby and Nuneaton
Rail passengers are being warned of significant disruption after a lorry collided with a bridge in Bedworth earlier today.