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Biggest station redevelopment in a generation unveiled
October marks an important day in the future of London’s public transport system, as phase two of the government funded Thameslink programme is launched at London Bridge station.
Network Rail: Digbeth put on photographic map
Newcastle-upon-Tyne may be famous for its five bridges but Digbeth has been put on the photographic map with five arches.
Improved performance and capacity for Harrogate rail line
Passengers on the Harrogate line are now enjoying a more reliable service after Network Rail brought online a new signalling system this weekend to replace the old mechanical system which has been in place for many decades.
Network Rail: New canopies shed light on Chorley rail station
New canopies over the platforms on Chorley’s railway station will show the station in a whole new light.
Westminster comes to Network Rail Wales
The House of Commons Welsh affairs select committee has visited Network Rail’s £16.5m Wales rail operating centre (ROC) in Cardiff as part of an inquiry into cross-border road and rail connectivity.
Network Rail: Level crossings closure programme reaches 600
Network Rail has completed its 600th level crossing closure since 2009 as part of its £130m investment programme to improve safety and reduce the risk where the road or path meets the railway.
West Lodge crossing is Network Rail’s 600th closure
West Lodge level crossing on the Newcastle to Carlisle line in the north east has become the 600th to close in the past three and a half years as part of a national programme by Network Rail.
Work to start on new multi-million pound station in Wokingham
Work will start next month on a new multi-million pound station in Wokingham.
Network Rail: Tarka line improvements make for an easier ride
Nine miles of track to be renewed - the biggest investment for more than 100 years. Network Rail is to deliver further improvements to the Tarka Line, which links Barnstaple and Exeter, to make the train ride smoother for passengers and help pave the way for faster journey times.
Network Rail: Stafford station to be waterproofed in £3m project
Work has started on a major scheme to resurface platforms and renew roof coverings at Stafford’s railway station. The £3m project will take nine months to complete and the station will remain open to passengers during the work.
Network Rail: More humps for Cumbria
Network Rail is installing more access humps at stations on the Cumbria coast line. Both platforms at Seascale station, the Carlisle platform at St Bees and the Barrow platform at Dalton will all have new humps by the end of October.
Region’s graduates on the right track with Network Rail
Across the country Network Rail has boosted the number on its rolling graduate scheme. 40 new general management posts have been created with 10 on the London North Eastern (LNE) Route based in York.