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Smoother journeys for passengers at Maidenhead station in Berkshire have moved a step closer as Network Rail improvement work progresses. 

More than 21,000 trees and shrubs have been planted on the outskirts of Okehampton in the first phase of Network Rail’s project to protect the natural environment in the area.

Network Rail is urging level crossing users to take extra care following a timetable change that will see more trains running on the line between Cardiff and Cheltenham, as well as changes to the timings of services throughout the day.

Building of a new £23m Eastern Entrance at Bristol Temple Meads station is moving forward at pace, with the structure’s frame now complete.

A surprise was in store for an abseiling railway worker when he discovered a tawny owl nesting in a hole on Dawlish cliffs amid the bustle of a major worksite.

Passengers planning to travel to or from London Paddington on the morning of Sunday 12^th May are being urged to check their journeys in advance as services will start later than usual owing to engineering work taking place between London Paddington and Reading.

Passengers are being advised to check before travelling for the next three weekends as Network Rail carries out essential track renewal around Slough station.  

Network Rail has improved safety on two branch lines in Cornwall after work to upgrade four level crossings was completed