Eastern news
Another step closer to faster, greener services across the Pennines
On Friday (20 June), Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) engineers completed the latest series of upgrade work between Huddersfield and Leeds.
Deighton station to close until 2027 for major rebuild
From Saturday 30 August, Deighton station will temporarily close as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) – a programme that will deliver a once-in-a-generation transformation to rail travel across the North.
Network Rail enlists hawks to prevent a halt in station’s £14m overhaul
Meet Maverick – a feathered enforcer whose job is to ensure nesting birds don’t cause costly delays to Network Rail’s £14 million upgrade of Scarborough station.
Over £200,000 vital upgrade work coming to Spalding level crossing in July
An investment of about £215,000 will deliver essential upgrades to the Winsover Road level crossing in Spalding, improving both rail reliability and safety for all users.
Network Rail using drones to expand proactive surveillance in battle against crimes like trespass
Proactive drone patrols are boosting Network Rail’s fight against crime – and helping to identify other issues – on its East Midlands route.
Young artists transform Ashton-under-Lyne Station with vibrant new murals
Ashton-under-Lyne station has received a colourful new makeover, thanks to the creativity of local students and the inspiration of a well-known local artist.
£84m project delivering overhead line improvements completed on time and under budget
A major project to upgrade overhead line equipment between London and Bedford has been successfully delivered by Network Rail – on time and under budget.
More progress made on £1.4bn digital signalling scheme
Rail passengers are being thanked for their patience after further upgrade work was delivered on the East Coast Main Line.
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