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A Network Rail worker from Derby is supporting vulnerable people as part of the NHS Volunteer Responder Scheme and has helped to donate personal protective equipment (PPE) to hospitals across the country.

Network Rail’s station team at London King’s Cross are working hard and adopting new ways of working to ensure those who need to travel are able to reach their destinations safely throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

Network Rail is urging passengers who must travel on the Midland Main Line this Bank Holiday weekend to check before travelling as vital work to upgrade the track between Kentish Town and Radlett takes place.

Network Rail has made major progress on a project to upgrade Bromham Road bridge in Bedfordshire and it is now open for pedestrians and cyclists, which will help to maintain social distancing.

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.