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Laser scanners and drones have been used to map every inch of the iconic Ribblehead viaduct as part of a major restoration project to secure its future for passengers and tourists.

Network Rail has confirmed that a full train service is expected to run at Bradford Interchange from tomorrow, following five days of changes due to a large fire near the railway.

Network Rail will soon carry out vital improvement work at Cornton level crossing to further enhance safety for both road and rail users.

Network Rail and RIBA Competitions have revealed the names of the five design practices selected to compete in the next phase of their competition to shape the future of Britain’s railway stations.

Network Rail has replaced two 50m canopies which stand over the platforms as well as making a raft of improvements to the station building. 

Passengers were kept safely on the move over a track fault thanks to innovative use of a GoPro camera by Network Rail workers.

Passengers and road users are being reminded of essential upgrades to railway track and at a level-crossing in Lancashire starting this weekend.

Freight services through Cheshire are now benefiting from a more reliable railway after work to replace two railway bridges.