Eastern news
Public issued stark reminder that there are ‘no second chances’ when using rail level crossings dangerously
Trains on the East Coast Main Line travel at some of the highest speeds anywhere on Britain’s railway. New campaign No Second Chances is delivering a vital reminder of the cost of distraction at level crossings.
Major Transpennine Route Upgrade works set to transform journeys between Huddersfield and Leeds
With less than one week until major improvement work begins, customers are being reminded to plan ahead with changes to services between Huddersfield and Leeds.
Official opening marks milestone for Harlington station project
An event has been held to mark the official opening of Harlington station’s new footbridge.
Reminder: Major rail improvement work over bank holiday weekends in May
Passengers are reminded that a package of major improvement work is taking place on the East Coast Main Line in May, supporting a more reliable and resilient railway.
Beeston station transformed thanks to major investment and partnership working
A celebration event was held today (Friday 24 April) to mark the transformation of Beeston station following more than £7.6 million of investment.
Emergency closure granted for level crossing where youths were reported playing ’chicken’
Network Rail has closed Sportsfield level crossing in Featherstone following a sustained period of serious safety concerns.
Rail industry campaign launched as study shows level crossing dangers are underestimated
Nearly eight in ten (78%) 18-34-year-olds across Yorkshire and the Humber are confident they know level crossing risks – but only 4% know how long it takes a train to stop.
Rail industry campaign launched as study shows level crossing dangers are underestimated
Three-quarters (75%) of 18-34-year-olds across the North East are confident they know level crossing risks – but only 8% know how long it takes a train to stop.
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