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Britain’s first battery-powered train is being put through its paces in a series of on-track trials – a move which could ultimately lead to a fleet of battery-powered trains running on Britain’s rail network which are quieter and more efficient than diesel-powered trains, making them better for passengers and the environment.

The reopening of the walkway between Teignmouth and Smugglers Lane in Dawlish has been delayed until next week, after stormy weather at the weekend damaged the temporary works used to construct Sprey Point ramp.

A new 58-space car park has now been completed at Collingham station near Newark, Lincolnshire.

The latest work to upgrade the Great Northern Great Eastern (GNGE) line successfully finished early this morning (Monday, 11 August).

The West Coast main line reopened on time today (11 August) after Network Rail successfully completed the latest phase of upgrade work at Watford.

The story of the vital role Britain’s rail network and its staff played in World War One is told in a roving exhibition launched this weekend at London Waterloo station.

Network Rail and the Henry Moore Foundation have today officially unveiled the first piece of public art to be exhibited at King’s Cross Square, the new public square in front of the redeveloped King’s Cross station.

Swanbourne residents will have the opportunity to give their views on how railway crossing safety can be improved in their area by attending a public consultation event on Wednesday 13 August.