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Life-saving interventions in North West and Central region up by a fifth
Latest figures show nearly a 20% rise in the number of life-saving interventions to prevent people from coming to harm on the railway between London, the West Midlands, North West and Cumbria.
Salford Crescent's £21m station upgrade sees weekend railway closure
Passengers travelling between Manchester and Bolton are being advised of changes to journeys this weekend during ongoing upgrades at Salford Crescent station.
Nine-day closure of the East Suffolk line for major track renewals
Passengers travelling on the East Suffolk line are advised to check before they travel between Saturday 25 October and Sunday 2 November, when the line will be closed between Westerfield and Halesworth for essential track renewal work.
Network Rail and Samaritans partnership records 18% increase in life-saving interventions on 15 year anniversary
Five per cent of all life saving interventions across the rail network took place on Network Rail’s Sussex route in 2024/2025.
South Eastern Railway and Samaritans partnership records 31 percent increase in life-saving interventions on 15 year anniversary
The public are being reminded to recognise the vital role that they can play in saving lives on the railway.
Zero to Landfill initiative at Bristol Temple Meads provides passengers with an easy way to dispose of food waste and travel sustainably
Passengers at Bristol Temple Meads can now use dedicated bins for food waste, separating it from general rubbish and recyclable items like plastic bottles and cardboard, which will boost recycling rates and cut down on the amount of waste going to landfill sites.
Network Rail Wales & Borders and Samaritans mark 15 year of partnership with 5.6% rise in life-saving interventions
This World Suicide Prevention Day, we're urging everyone to help save lives by spotting signs of distress near the railway and knowing how to act safely.
Network Rail and Samaritans partnership records 32% increase in life-saving interventions in the West on 15th anniversary
This World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September), Network Rail is reminding the public to recognise the vital role they can play in saving lives by learning how to spot when someone may be in emotional distress near the railway and how to safely take action.