Network Rail and supplier WSP are working together to create a framework to improve the railway’s readiness for – and resistance to – potential floods and coastal erosion. Climate change has led to an increase in disruption from extreme weather over the last five years, with the worst year for flooding – 2023/24 – seeing […]
Category: Environment
Flood protection boost as station’s subway pumping upgrade completed
Businesses and residents have been thanked for their patience during a £2 million upgrade project at Goole station. Network Rail colleagues have successfully completed improvements to the drainage system – significantly improving flood resilience in the pedestrian subways. The previous drainage system was prone to blockages due to its limited capacity and vulnerability to debris. […]