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Network Rail’s Chairman, Sir Peter Hendy CBE, is hosting this year’s annual bus service to the Wiltshire village of Imber, which returns on Saturday 21 August for the first time since 2019.

Two inspirational Network Rail workers have been recognised for their work during the Covid pandemic at a celebratory reception at 10 Downing Street, held yesterday evening (Tuesday 3 August).

Changes to train service as regeneration programme continues

The new sea wall at Dawlish is one step closer to completion following the successful installation of the concrete wall panels.

Network Rail is inviting the local community to attend an information event next week to find out more about forthcoming improvements to the level crossings along the Dartmoor Line.

Passengers with disabilities and reduced mobility who require assistance can now benefit from a new travel lounge at Reading station, which aims to provide a safe, calm and pleasant space while waiting for their train.

• New lifts introduce step-free access to platforms for first time in the station’s 183-year history
• Major redevelopment completed by Network Rail in preparation for the Elizabeth line includes a new glass and steel extension providing an additional entrance
• New covered walkway and footbridge, gateline and customer information screens also installed as part of the station’s improvements
• Step-free access to be provided at Southall and Hayes & Harlington stations later this year

Another ‘key’ milestone in reopening the Dartmoor Line has been reached with the completion of the purchase of the railway and Okehampton station.