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Shocking CCTV shows distracted Brits risking it all at pedestrian level crossings, warns Network Rail
- Over the past four years there have been 1,574 reported near miss incidents across the railway network involving pedestrians at level crossings. During that period, incidents have increased on average by 16% from April to May
- “The consequences of a split-second decision can be life-altering,” says Lucy Ruck who lost her leg in a level crossing incident
Network Rail engineers gear up for £133m investment in Britain's railway this May
Network Rail is set to undertake more than 630* projects across Britain's railway during the early and late May Bank holidays. These projects are designed to keep the majority of the network open for travel as usual while making significant improvements to the railway infrastructure.
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Boost to Oxford rail travel following £69m funding confirmation
Oxford station is set to be transformed thanks to a £69m funding boost to improve capacity and journey times and develop plans for a new platform and entrance which will mean more trains will be able to serve the station in the future.
Level crossing safety plea after train’s near miss with jogger
A safety video has been launched to remind level crossing users to always stop, look and listen after a jogger wearing headphones came within seconds of being hit by a train.
Bank holiday rail upgrades complete between London and Scotland
Network Rail has completed essential upgrades to the railway between Euston, the Midlands, North West and Scotland over the early May bank holiday.
‘Travel either side’ May bank holiday between London and Scotland
- West Coast main line passengers urged to travel either side of the May bank holiday (Friday 30 April and Tuesday 4 May)
- Major work to improve future journeys for passengers and freight is taking place this weekend (Saturday 1 May to Monday 3 May)
- On those days trains and stations will be busier with some rail replacement buses running
- People should follow Government guidance and minimise the number of journeys they make where possible
Birmingham New Street platform changes during signalling overhaul
Passengers at Birmingham New Street are being urged to check their platforms throughout 2021 while major signalling upgrades take place to improve future journeys.
‘Travel either side’ May bank holiday between London and Scotland
- West Coast main line passengers urged to travel either side of the May bank holiday (Friday 30 April and Tuesday 4 May)
- Major work to improve future journeys for passengers and freight is taking place Saturday 1 May to Monday 3 May
- On those days trains and stations will be busier with some rail replacement buses running
- People should follow Government guidance and minimise the number of journeys they make where possible
£31m Easter rail upgrades complete between London and Scotland
Network Rail has completed a range of essential upgrades to the railway between Euston, the Midlands, North West and Scotland over Easter.
Autistic station worker inspires others like him to go for their dream job
A customer services assistant at Birmingham New Street station is inspiring other autistic people like him to find a route into their dream career.
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