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South Western Railway will be the first service to transition to public ownership under new government reforms aimed at improving reliability and passenger focus across the UK rail network.
Heidi Alexander MP has been appointed as Secretary of State for Transport, taking on key responsibilities for advancing the UK’s transport priorities, including affordability, sustainability and major rail infrastructure projects.
Former Transport Secretary Louise Haigh unveiled a landmark Integrated National Transport Strategy to modernise England's transport networks, emphasising seamless connectivity and local collaboration.
Manufacturers of railway components are urged to adopt the updated BS EN 45545-2:2020 fire safety standards proactively to ensure compliance and avoid future retesting costs.
The UK Transport Secretary has ordered an independent review into train fare evasion policies to ensure fair treatment for passengers and address concerns over potential overuse of prosecution.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced significant rail upgrades in the Autumn 2024 Budget, including the electrification of services and investments to improve connectivity across the North of England.
The Railway Industry Association has urged the new UK government to provide clarity on future rail enhancements to give businesses confidence to invest, following five years without an updated infrastructure plan.
Arriva Group has proposed a five-step plan to reform the UK railway system, urging the government to adopt these measures to improve network efficiency, flexibility and passenger satisfaction.
Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has launched Shadow Great British Railways, marking the start of a major overhaul aimed at unifying rail services and infrastructure to improve reliability and prioritise passenger experience.
At Rail Live 2024, Kathryn Oldale, Head of Strategy, Policy and Communications at DB Cargo (UK) Limited, sat down with Global Railway Review’s Emily Budgen to discuss the future of rail freight, focusing on industry challenges, technological innovations and sustainability efforts.
GCRE Limited and Network Rail have signed a major commercial agreement to accelerate innovation in UK rail, focusing on testing, research and decarbonisation efforts.
NAO's recent report highlights how the UK government's changes to the HS2 programme, including cancelling Phase 2 and scaling back Euston station, have led to a reassessment of project scope and management by DfT and HS2 Ltd.
The 2024 King's Speech outlines significant legislative changes aimed at transforming the UK's rail services through public ownership, infrastructure development and operational efficiency.
Mayor Tracy Brabin has announced detailed route options for the first phase of West Yorkshire's Mass Transit network, aiming to enhance regional connectivity and stimulate economic growth.
Campaign for Better Transport is urging the new UK government to expand rail capacity, reconsider the cancelled sections of HS2 and halt the sell-off of HS2 land while the project's future is reviewed.
