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World first as development of quantum navigation technology advances onto Britain’s national railway
Britain’s railway has taken a major step in the development of quantum navigation technologies, with new systems designed to measure train position with extreme precision now being advanced for the national rail network.
Britain’s rail network open for business this Easter – but passengers asked to check before they travel on some key routes
The vast majority of Britain’s rail network will be open for passengers travelling over the Easter bank holiday weekend, helping them make the most of their spring break.
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Passengers advised to plan ahead as disruption between Wolverhampton and Stafford continues
Passengers travelling between Wolverhampton and Stafford have been warned of further disruption following strong winds.
Iconic Brief Encounter clock returns to Carnforth Station after restoration
Visitors to Carnforth Railway Station can once again see the original clock made famous by the 1945 film Brief Encounter, returned to its rightful place 80 years after the film's release.
Passengers urged to check before travelling as strong winds cause disruption between Wolverhampton and Stafford
Passengers travelling on the West Coast Main Line to and from Birmingham face significant disruption today, Wednesday 25 March, following damage to overhead lines.
Passengers urged to check before travelling as strong winds cause disruption between Preston and Manchester
Passengers travelling between Preston and Manchester have been urged to check their journeys before travelling after a fallen tree damaged overhead electrical lines on the railway.
Level crossing safety reminder issued ahead of car boot sales returning
A reminder to stay safe at level crossings has been issued ahead of weekly car boot sales returning to Metheringham.
London Euston passengers urged to plan journeys ahead of huge Easter improvements
Passengers travelling into and out of London Euston this Easter have been urged to plan their journeys in advance ahead of major upgrade work.
Between Friday 3 and Wednesday 8 April, teams of engineers will be working to improve railway track, signalling and overhead line equipment between Euston and Milton Keynes.
Reminder ahead of April engineering work across Scotland’s railway
Essential engineering work will begin next week as Network Rail delivers £7.2m of upgrades across Scotland’s railway throughout April.
Young people urged to stay off railway tracks over Easter holidays
With the Easter school holidays approaching, Network Rail is issuing a renewed safety appeal for young people to stay safe around the railway.