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DB Cargo UK sale process narrows

Simon Walton
October 22, 2026
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DB Cargo UK is preparing to appoint a Chief Restructuring Officer as the sale of the British freight operator enters a critical phase. The company’s…

UK train drivers’ union asks Burnham for greater commitment to rail freight

Simon Walton
October 16, 2026
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In a letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, ASLEF has called for greater public investment in rail freight, arguing that the sector contributes £2.45 billion…

More emphasis on practical training for trainee train drivers

Guest authors
August 30, 2026
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A new framework has been developed to improve the practical on-the-job training undertaken by trainee train drivers.

Drivers’ union reacts to DB Cargo UK sale

Simon Walton
August 20, 2026
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ASLEF, the train drivers’ union in the UK, says the sale of DB Cargo could be a “golden opportunity to end race to the bottom”.…

Drivers’ union reacts to DB Cargo UK sale

Simon Walton
August 20, 2026
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ASLEF, the train drivers’ union in the UK, says the sale of DB Cargo could be a “golden opportunity to end race to the bottom”.…

Union wants all new rolling stock to be in public ownership

Guest authors
August 19, 2026
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The government is being urged by the train drivers’ union, ASLEF, to commit that all new rolling stock will be in public ownership.

Union wants all new rolling stock to be in public ownership

Guest authors
August 19, 2026
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The government is being urged by the train drivers’ union, ASLEF, to commit that all new rolling stock will be in public ownership.

UK union weighs in with freight campaign

Simon Walton
May 27, 2025
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Rail union ASLEF has launched a new campaign, “Rail Freight Future”, as the UK network begins the process of gradual nationalisation. The train drivers’ union…

Proposed ‘Essex-Kent Superlinks’ to scupper ‘unaffordable Lower Thames Crossing’?

Guest authors
February 27, 2025
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Proposals for Essex-Kent Superlinks would cost 75% less than building a new roadway between Essex and Kent

Chiltern Railways provide update after London Underground strike action called off

Guest authors
November 7, 2024
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Chiltern Railways services will return to normal on 6 November after ASLEF suspended its planned industrial action on the London Underground.