A plaque has been unveiled to commemorate Professor Tony Ridley, the man who helped to make the Tyne and Wear Metro system a reality. Prof Ridley, who was originally from Sunderland, was the main driver of the Metro project in its early years, and without his leadership it may never have come to fruition. He […]
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Plaque unveiled in memory Metro ‘pioneer’ Tony Ridley
A plaque has been unveiled to commemorate Professor Tony Ridley, the man who helped to make the Tyne and Wear Metro system a reality. Prof Ridley, who was originally from Sunderland, was the main driver of the Metro project in its early years, and without his leadership it may never have come to fruition. He […]
Sir John Kingman appointed as Great British Railways chair
The Government has appointed Sir John Kingman as the first chair of Great British Railways (GBR), marking another important step towards bringing the railways back under public control. Sir John will begin his duties as chair immediately and will play a critical role in shaping the design of the new organisation, continuing the integration of […]
Sir John Kingman appointed as Great British Railways chair
The Government has appointed Sir John Kingman as the first chair of Great British Railways (GBR), marking another important step towards bringing the railways back under public control. Sir John will begin his duties as chair immediately and will play a critical role in shaping the design of the new organisation, continuing the integration of […]
Volunteers transform stations across Scotland
Volunteers have contributed almost 48,000 hours helping transform ScotRail stations and strengthen links with communities across Scotland during the past year. Through ScotRail’s Adopt a Station programme, 214 stations across the country are now supported by local groups and volunteers who give their time to make stations more welcoming places for customers and communities. From […]
National Railway Museum launches search for young railway photographers
Young people from across the UK are being invited to capture their journeys and share their creativity as the National Railway Museum launches the third Young Railway Photographer of the Year competition. Open to UK residents aged 25 and under, the competition celebrates the next generation of photographic talent and encourages young people to explore […]
National Railway Museum launches search for young railway photographers
Young people from across the UK are being invited to capture their journeys and share their creativity as the National Railway Museum launches the third Young Railway Photographer of the Year competition. Open to UK residents aged 25 and under, the competition celebrates the next generation of photographic talent and encourages young people to explore […]
TfL helps Londoners to be active bystanders during National Hate Crime Awareness Week
Transport for London (TfL) is hosting awareness events with immersive virtual reality demonstrations at stations throughout National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW, 10-17 October 2026), and funding more active bystander sessions with the national charity Protection Approaches to help customers to safely intervene as active bystanders in the event of a hate crime. While the […]
TfL helps Londoners to be active bystanders during National Hate Crime Awareness Week
Transport for London (TfL) is hosting awareness events with immersive virtual reality demonstrations at stations throughout National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW, 10-17 October 2026), and funding more active bystander sessions with the national charity Protection Approaches to help customers to safely intervene as active bystanders in the event of a hate crime. While the […]
Award recognises station’s commitment to neurodivergent passengers
Efforts to nurture a more inclusive experience for neurodivergent passengers have led to a top accolade for Leeds station. The team has been awarded the National Autistic Society’s Neuroinclusive Access Silver Award, which celebrates a range of improvements introduced across the station. The achievement highlights the difference that small but meaningful changes can have in […]