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Network Rail begins transformational work to reopen Northumberland line
- Work begins to reintroduce a regular rail passenger service between Ashington and Newcastle
- Project involves upgrading track and signalling, opening six new stations and three new footbridges
- Aims to support communities, economic growth and regeneration in Northumberland and surrounding areas
Rising to the challenge: Bridge successfully lifted out of flood zone in Wales railway first
Following 30 flood closures in the last decade, this innovative £3.6m project will reduce disruption and improve passengers’ journeys on the Cambrian Line
Damaged lifts to be repaired at Old Roan station on Merseyside
Passengers are being advised about emergency lift repairs at Old Roan station on Merseyside.
Major investment into Northampton railway depot of the future
A new eco-friendly railway depot has been opened by the Rail Minister in Northampton.
Railway work made safer as human lookouts to no longer be used in Wales
Engineering work on the railway in Wales has been made safer with the end of human lookouts which are used to warn the workforce of approaching trains
Beyond wood – first recycled plastic railway sleepers laid on Network Rail tracks
Trains in Wiltshire are now running on top of old bottles, food packaging and other unwanted plastics, with the introduction of the first composite railway sleepers on Network Rail’s main line tracks.
Changing Places toilet opens at London Euston station
A fully accessible Changing Places toilet facility is now available at London Euston station.
Network Rail volunteer leads mental health first aider training to local Bradninch community
Network Rail partnered up with Bradninch Town Council and Bradninch Together to run the two-day training events.
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