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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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Birmingham shoppers lead station splurge as retail sales continue to rise
- Birmingham New Street station retail sales up 11.2% between July and September 2017
- Largest increase outside of London stations driven by growth in Birmingham’s food and homeware offer
- Network Rail celebrates five and a half years (22 quarters) of consecutive retail sales growth delivering £197m in total sales for the quarter
London stations’ retail sales surge spurred by significant investment
- London Bridge, Paddington and Cannon Street record strongest growth in retail sales between July-September 2017
- Network Rail celebrates five and a half years (22 quarters) of consecutive retail sales growth for station retailers
- Strong correlation between station investment and retail sales growth
Passengers urged to plan their travel as Birmingham gears up for Black Friday crowds
As Black Friday looms large and bigger crowds than ever are predicted in Birmingham, passengers are being advised to carefully plan their travel.
Passengers advised to plan their travel as Birmingham gears up for record Christmas crowds
The start of Birmingham’s famous Christmas market signals the start of the busiest time of year in Birmingham and passengers are being urged to plan their journeys and allow extra time when travelling by train.
Two platforms reopen at Liverpool Lime Street as station upgrade continues
Passengers travelling between Liverpool and Preston, Blackpool, Wigan, St Helens and Manchester Victoria can begin to use Lime Street from today (9 October) after two platforms reopened.
Bristol Temple Meads records positive station retail growth ahead of major refurbishment
- Bristol Temple Meads records positive growth in station retail sales between April-June 2017
- Rise in sales for 21st successive quarter signals another year of growth for station retailers in Bristol Temple Meads
- Strong performance sets firm foundations for refurbishment of Bristol Temple Meads
Capital investment drives London station sales surge
- Paddington, London Bridge and King’s Cross record strongest growth in retail sales between April - June 2017
- Rise in sales for 21st successive quarter signals another year of growth for station retailers in London
- Performance reflects ongoing investment in the retail offer at London stations
Station investment boosts retail sales
- Network Rail reports significant retail sales growth for April - June 2017
- Strong correlation between station investment and retail sales growth
- Paddington ranks first, followed by London Bridge and King’s Cross
- 21st successive quarter of rising retail sales in stations
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