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Network Rail is urging passengers in Yorkshire who need to travel over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend to check before they travel, as crucial work takes place to improve passengers’ journeys across the region.

Next week, Network Rail will begin work to improve a Lincolnshire level crossing, which will make sure it can continue to be used reliably for years to come.  

In tonight’s episode of 'The Architecture the Railways Built' series on Yesterday, Network Rail’s Jon Burden leads presenter Tim Dunn and viewers on a fascinating tour of King’s Cross station, exploring the rich history and design details of the iconic Grade I listed station.

Network Rail, Lynemouth Power Limited (LPL), Port of Tyne and GBRF are working together to keep the lights on at 450,000 homes across the United Kingdom.

Network Rail workers in the North East are supporting the NHS during the COVID-19 crisis by donating spare personal protective equipment (PPE) to staff at Hexham General Hospital.

Network Rail workers in York are helping to keep the railway running reliably during the coronavirus pandemic to allow vital freight and passenger services to continue.

Network Rail will begin work next week to improve a Nottinghamshire level crossing, which will make sure it can continue to be used reliably for years to come. 

• People who must travel over the Early May Bank Holiday should check their journeys and plan ahead.
• Essential work to upgrade the track will affect services in Yorkshire on Sunday, 10 May, with no trains able to call at Wakefield Westgate station.
• A reduced timetable continues to be in operation for those who rely on rail services.