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Station retail continues to shine
Figures released today by Network Rail have revealed more evidence of the changing face of modern retail with in-station retail spend once again outperforming the high street average, and growing for the ninth quarter in a row.
Network Rail agrees renewal and enhancement contracts in a £1.6bn framework deal
Network Rail has awarded 20 framework agreements with a combined value of £1.6bn to a total of nine suppliers. The frameworks cover an extensive programme of enhancements and renewals to the London North Western and East Midlands routes over the next five years.
Teenage trespassers learn railway safety lesson
Two 17 year old boys from Swindon have promised that they will never trespass on the railway again after taking part in a restorative justice programme led by British Transport Police (BTP) and Network Rail.
Rail improvement works in Bassetlaw and Doncaster completed
Rail engineers have completed the latest package of work to transform the GNGE line between Doncaster and Peterborough via Gainsborough.
Chorley Tunnel reopens after upgrade as part of £1bn+ railway investment
The railway between Chorley and Leyland reopened today (1 September) following a six-week closure to carry out improvements as part of Network Rail’s investment in the railway.
Investment delivers a better railway between Barnt Green and Redditch
The railway between Barnt Green and Redditch reopened this morning (1 September) after an eight-week closure to improve services and facilities for passengers.
Timelapse and pictures: Thameslink Programme on track as new platforms arrive on time at London Bridge station
Network Rail opened two new platforms at London Bridge station this morning (Monday) as a nine-day part closure of the railway was successfully completed on time.
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