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• Three million plastic water bottles have been saved from landfill through the introduction of free drinking water fountains at stations
• Water fountains are now located in every Network Rail station
• Station water fountains can be found on City to Sea’s free Refill app

Network Rail has opened a dedicated STEM learning facility with the aim of inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in the science, technology, engineering and maths sectors and help close skills gaps in vital areas across Britain.

Network Rail and train operators are advising passengers to check before they travel again this weekend, with Storm Dennis set to bring more high winds and further rainfall on Saturday and Sunday.

Network Rail and train operators are advising passengers to check their journeys this weekend, with Storm Ciara expected to bring winds of up to 80mph across Britain.

Billions of pounds will be invested in railway signalling over the next five years to improve the reliability of systems on Britain’s railways, potentially enabling more trains to run.

• Six-year contract to VP Plc for the maintenance, repair and supply of small plant
• Leading to cost savings of £2.5m per year
• 42 apprenticeships to be created with VP Plc

Network Rail have teamed up with the charity Railway Children to host a second annual sleepout event in railway stations across the country, raising money and awareness for the work being done to help the thousands of vulnerable children who pass through the railway every year.