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REMINDER: Britain’s rail network open for business this Easter – but passengers asked to check before they travel on some key routes
The vast majority of Britain’s rail network will be open for passengers travelling over the Easter bank holiday weekend, helping them make the most of their spring break.
World first as development of quantum navigation technology advances onto Britain’s national railway
Britain’s railway has taken a major step in the development of quantum navigation technologies, with new systems designed to measure train position with extreme precision now being advanced for the national rail network.
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East Suffolk line improvements continue in late May
Investment in improving the East Suffolk line will continue this May with extensive renewals of ageing assets and vital maintenance to keep train services running reliably and safely across Suffolk.
Essential track renewal work to begin at Swinton
The railway either side of Swinton station in Rotherham is being renewed to maintain the safe and reliable running of train services.
Clear gains from new panes at London Liverpool Street
Network Rail has finished replacing glazing panels as part of its major roof refurbishment project at Liverpool Street, bringing lighter and brighter journeys to Britain's busiest station.
Public consultation on proposed rail upgrades between Standedge and Gledholt (Huddersfield) extended
The public consultation on proposed rail upgrades between Standedge and Gledholt has been extended, giving communities in and around Huddersfield more time to share their views.
Last call! Exhibition train’s final tour dates announced
Railway 200’s hit exhibition train Inspiration is rolling into its final stations – giving communities one last chance to explore the past, present and future of rail.
Network Rail and South Western Railway carrying out £6 million upgrade for Berrylands station in south west London
Station to close from 11 May until end of September so that platforms can be replaced and safety enhancements carried out.
EASTER WEEKEND: Railway open for business but passengers are advised to check before they travel in parts of Sussex and South London
While most trains will operate as normal over the Easter weekend, essential engineering work will take place in Sussex and in south London.
Major rail improvement work between York and Northallerton on both May bank holiday weekends
Network Rail will carry out a package of major improvement work on the East Coast Main Line between York and Northallerton during May, supporting a more reliable and resilient railway.