East Midlands Railway (EMR), which is operated by Transport UK, has rolled out more than 330 additional body-worn cameras for its staff as part of its ongoing commitment to colleague and customer safety. All station and on-train colleagues will carry cameras, which act as a safeguarding tool and deterrent while ensuring they capture robust evidence of […]
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Think Twice: No Excuse for Abuse – EMR double the number of body-worn cameras to protect staff and customers
East Midlands Railway (EMR), which is operated by Transport UK, has rolled out more than 330 additional body-worn cameras for its staff as part of its ongoing commitment to colleague and customer safety. All station and on-train colleagues will carry cameras, which act as a safeguarding tool and deterrent while ensuring they capture robust evidence of […]
Engineering the future: EMR opens recruitment for 2026 Fleet Engineer Apprentices
East Midlands Railway (EMR), which is operated by Transport UK, has today launched its 2026 recruitment campaign for Fleet Engineer Apprenticeships, inviting candidates from across the region to apply for a chance to begin a rewarding engineering career with one of the UK’s leading rail operators. The apprenticeship programme offers a unique blend of practical, […]
Network Rail’s apprentices across the south of England power the future of Britain’s railway
To mark National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9–15 February), Network Rail is celebrating the apprentices developing the skills needed to maintain, improve and future-proof Britain’s railway. As National Apprenticeship Week gets underway, Network Rail is sharing the stories of apprentices from across the country, highlighting the different routes into railway careers and the hands-on experience they […]
Six Nations travel advice
Transport for Wales (TfW) welcomes fans back to the capital for what is set to be another extraordinary year of high-profile events and is working with industry partners to ensure all fans get to and from the game safely. To support the thousands of supporters heading to the stadium, TfW will be providing additional capacity […]
Six Nations travel advice
Transport for Wales (TfW) welcomes fans back to the capital for what is set to be another extraordinary year of high-profile events and is working with industry partners to ensure all fans get to and from the game safely. To support the thousands of supporters heading to the stadium, TfW will be providing additional capacity […]
Iconic locomotive ‘Flying Scotsman’ 2026 tour dates announced
The National Railway Museum in York has announced dates for the 2026 tour of the most famous steam engine in the world, Flying Scotsman. First entering service in 1923, Flying Scotsman became a world record breaker in 1934 as the first steam locomotive to officially reach 100 miles per hour. Owned by the National Railway […]
Iconic locomotive ‘Flying Scotsman’ 2026 tour dates announced
The National Railway Museum in York has announced dates for the 2026 tour of the most famous steam engine in the world, Flying Scotsman. First entering service in 1923, Flying Scotsman became a world record breaker in 1934 as the first steam locomotive to officially reach 100 miles per hour. Owned by the National Railway […]
SVR and Vale of Rheidol Railways announce two-year steam locomotive exchange
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) and the Vale of Rheidol Railway are delighted to announce an exciting two-year locomotive exchange that will bring two iconic steam engines to fresh audiences in new locations. From Spring 2026, the SVR’s beloved GWR 7819 Hinton Manor, currently on display in the SVR’s Engine House, will travel to the […]
SVR and Vale of Rheidol Railways announce two-year steam locomotive exchange
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) and the Vale of Rheidol Railway are delighted to announce an exciting two-year locomotive exchange that will bring two iconic steam engines to fresh audiences in new locations. From Spring 2026, the SVR’s beloved GWR 7819 Hinton Manor, currently on display in the SVR’s Engine House, will travel to the […]