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Network Rail has launched a new national recruitment drive, focussing on maintenance roles. There are a variety of positions open to entry level candidates, from Operative and Technician, right through to Team Leader.
Network Rail stations and offices go solar in ground-breaking deal with EDF Renewables
A solar farm about to begin construction in Norfolk will help to power Network Rail stations and offices thanks to a revolutionary deal with energy supplier EDF Renewables.
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Wymondham subway construction to affect rail services from Saturday 5 July to Monday 7 July inclusive
Work on the line between Norwich and Ely will mean rail replacement buses on three consecutive days, including throughout Monday 7 July.
INVITATION: Launch of Railway 200’s unique exhibition train, 26 June, Paddington
As part of the bicentenary of the modern railway, you are warmly invited to attend the industry launch of Railway 200’s unique exhibition train, Inspiration, at Paddington station, before the eye-catching train opens to the public at Severn Valley Railway the following day.
Piccadilly passengers’ advice ahead of major Manchester weekend events
Parklife, Soccer Aid and gig goers travelling through Manchester Piccadilly are advised to plan ahead this weekend.
Picture perfect Peak District viaduct to get £7.5m renewal
An iconic railway viaduct which is crucial to the Peak District quarrying industry is getting a multi-million-pound upgrade this summer.
Bookings open for ‘Inspiration’, Railway 200’s unique exhibition train
Bookings have opened for visits to a unique exhibition train, part of a national celebration of the 200th anniversary of the modern railway called Railway 200.
Network Rail and RSSB host as global rail safety community comes together to encourage the world to make “safe decisions every time” when around the rail network
Last week saw Network Rail and the Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) proudly host over 200 delegates from 22 countries at the National Railway Museum in York for two landmark international rail safety events: International Rail Trespass Awareness Day (TReSPAD) on 4 June and International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD) on 5 June.
REMINDER: Sutton station lift work starts on Monday
Work to replace all three of the lifts at Sutton station begins on Monday, with passengers who need step-free access advised to use an alternative accessible local station such as Carshalton or Cheam.
Railway upgrade works between Bridgend and St Fagans, Cardiff
Network Rail (Wales and Borders) is undertaking an essential programme of track renewal and maintenance work between Bridgend and St Fagans.