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Network Rail has announced a major step forward in tackling climate change by becoming the first railway company in the world to set the most ambitious Science-Based Targets to limit global warming.

Passengers are being thanked for their patience after work to replace two bridges on the Settle to Carlisle line in North Yorkshire.

Extensive improvements are being made across Balham station which serves as an interchange for train and tube services across south London and beyond.

• Safety speed limits will be imposed on trains in Lancashire and Cumbria
• Passengers should check before travelling with journeys on the West Coast main line taking longer
• Ensuring the safety of passengers and railway staff is Network Rail's priority

Scrap yards across the West Midlands and Warwickshire are being visited by Network Rail and the British Transport Police to ensure dealers are not trading stolen metal.

October marks three years since Network Rail began the main £120m redevelopment of Glasgow Queen Street station, creating a contemporary and fully accessible transport hub.

Passengers and residents in Whaley Bridge are being advised about changes to rail journeys and road closures on the 7 and 8 of November during essential upgrade work to two railway bridges.

Passengers will now benefit from improved access at Eridge station in East Sussex after the opening of a new £1.8m footbridge. The work was needed due to the age and condition of the old structure, in order to protect the safety of those using the bridge and the trains operating below.