Britain’s railways are recruiting again, and in serious numbers. In its 200th anniversary year, the industry has pledged to take on 2,000 apprentices, a signal…
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Lords Committee raises questions over regulation to lower age of train drivers
In its 52nd report of Session 24-26, the cross-party House of Lords Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee has raised concerns about the practical implementation of the Draft Train Driving Licences and Certificates (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (the draft Regulations). The draft Regulations are intended to address the shortage of train drivers by lowering the age that people […]
SWR apprenticeship programme wins gold
SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) ‘Gold’ accreditation for its apprenticeships programme. The award completes the trio of accolades that IIP offers to employers for making work better for colleagues, following earlier gold accreditation for the people and wellbeing categories, announced in December. In its final report, which accompanied the confirmation that SWR had […]
Alstom trainees’ success recognised during National Apprenticeship Week
Alstom is celebrating the achievements of two Plymouth-based trainees who have been recognised for their skills and high standards in the Devon city’s annual Apprentice of the Year Awards. Kieren O’Donnell, an industrial engineering apprentice at Alstom – and studying at Aston University – was named Final Year Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year. Meanwhile, Marcel […]
Network Rail apprentices rise to Army challenge
Apprentices from Network Rail took part in a team-building event in York organised by the military as part of National Apprenticeship Week (9-15 February). The Army’s Headquarters North and the 4th Battalion The Royal Yorkshire Regiment (4RYORKS) hosted the Ultimate Apprentice Military Challenge at Worsley Barracks supported by the Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship Ambassadors Network […]
Amey invests in Skills for Life with new AI training for apprentices
Amey marked National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2026 by delivering a new AI workshop experience for apprentices, reaffirming its commitment to developing the next generation of talent. This year’s theme, Skills for Life, reflects the rapid transformation driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing need for digital capability across every role in the economy. As part […]
Lumo celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with exciting new opportunities in England and Scotland
Leading open access operator Lumo is offering a range of exciting opportunities to join the growing company as it celebrates National Apprenticeship Week (9-15 February). Lumo is searching for passionate Customer Experience Ambassadors based in either Stirling or London. Successful applicants will be able to embark on an apprenticeship that will lead to them taking on a role where they support customers on their journeys, offering a seamless […]
Apprentices gain experience shadowing leaders at Siemens Goole Rail Village
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, apprentices based at Siemens Mobility’s Goole Rail Village took part in a shadowing scheme with members of the senior leadership team. The experience gave apprentices valuable insights into strategic decision‑making, operational priorities, and leadership practices across the organisation. Apprentices at the Goole Rail Village are actively involved in assembling […]
New training centre provides a boost as Network Rail apprentices power the future of Britain’s railway
Network Rail’s new training facility in Doncaster is already making a difference in helping apprentices develop the skills needed to maintain, improve and future-proof Britain’s railway. In the past year, Network Rail has welcomed 290 joiners into its apprenticeship programmes. This forms part of the organisation’s wider commitment to developing skilled talent, with 1,780 apprentices […]
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: Ben Tyson’s Train Driver Apprenticeship Journey
Apprenticeships continue to play a vital role in developing the next generation of railway professionals, offering hands-on experience, structured learning, and the opportunity to build long-term careers. For Ben Tyson, the train driver apprenticeship provided the pathway into what he describes as his “dream career”, equipping him with both the technical and non-technical skills needed […]