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Nearly 5,000 body-worn cameras being used by railway staff

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January 31, 2026
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The DFTO has revealed that more than 4,700 body-worn camera kits are being used by staff employed by train operators in public ownership.

Class 153 in Northern livery released in OO Gauge

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January 27, 2026
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Hornby has announced the release of an OO Gauge Class 153 diesel multiple unit, finished in the distinctive livery of train operator Northern.

New director to oversee delivery of up to 450 new trains

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January 25, 2026
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Train operator Northern has appointed a new director, who will be responsible for delivering up to 450 new trains.

New director to oversee delivery of up to 450 new trains

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January 25, 2026
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Train operator Northern has appointed a new director, who will be responsible for delivering up to 450 new trains.

Publicly-owned train operators report growth in passengers using their stations

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January 23, 2026
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Train operators which have been brought back into public ownership have published information about their passenger numbers, which shows significant increases.

£6.5m project set to get underway at Greater Manchester railway station

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January 17, 2026
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February will see work at Hindley station to make it more accessible for everyone.

Faster train services for Yorkshire and North East as new plans announced

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January 14, 2026
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Major new Northern Powerhouse Rail plans have been launched, which should boost services across Yorkshire and the North East.

Brand new Manchester to Liverpool railway line announced

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January 14, 2026
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The UK Government has announced Northern Powerhouse plans, which include a new rail route between Manchester and Liverpool.

DFTO announces major plans for train operators

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January 8, 2026
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The Department for Tranport Operator (DFTO) has announced major changes for publicly owned train operators during the coming year

Take a special train on New Year’s Day to a North Yorkshire resort

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December 30, 2025
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The Esk Valley Railway has confirmed special trains from Darlington to Whitby will run as advertised.