Rail services will operate again between Reading and Swindon today (Thursday 24 September) as engineers from gas distribution company SGN have successfully repaired a gas leak near railway land in the Didcot area. Network Rail and GWR expect to run a normal level of service from Thursday 24 September, following a day of severe disruption […]
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Rail services resume after Didcot gas leak repaired
Rail services will operate again between Reading and Swindon today (Thursday 24 September) as engineers from gas distribution company SGN have successfully repaired a gas leak near railway land in the Didcot area. Network Rail and GWR expect to run a normal level of service from Thursday 24 September, following a day of severe disruption […]
Rail audio guides help blind and partially sighted people travel independently
New railway station and train audio guides, designed to dramatically improve accessibility for blind and partially sighted rail travellers, have been published on the Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern websites. Written by Sight Loss Council volunteers and accessibility managers at parent company Greater Thameslink Railway (GTR), the guides help disabled passengers familiarise themselves with station […]
Rail audio guides help blind and partially sighted people travel independently
New railway station and train audio guides, designed to dramatically improve accessibility for blind and partially sighted rail travellers, have been published on the Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern websites. Written by Sight Loss Council volunteers and accessibility managers at parent company Greater Thameslink Railway (GTR), the guides help disabled passengers familiarise themselves with station […]
Consultation opens on proposed new London Overground route
Londoners are being invited to have their say on plans for a proposed new London Overground service linking Hendon and Hounslow. Transport for London (TfL) is running an eight-week consultation from Wednesday 23 September until Wednesday 18 November 2026, which invites feedback for the first time on proposals to create an 18.5km passenger route on […]
Gripple renews sponsorship of Royal Oak FC
Sheffield manufacturer Gripple has renewed its partnership with grassroots football club Royal Oak FC and Assistant Manager Steve Bracknall for a second season, as the club unveils its brand-new home shirt in collaboration with Sports Direct. Since the partnership began in 2025, Steve has become a familiar face across the Gripple community, hosting customer events, […]
Gas leak causes major disruption between Reading and Swindon
Passengers are being urged not to travel between Reading and Swindon on Wednesday 23 September as a gas leak close to railway land in the Didcot area is expected to cause severe disruption throughout the day. Engineers from gas distribution company SGN are on site working to rectify the problem as quickly and safely as […]
Gas leak causes major disruption between Reading and Swindon
Passengers are being urged not to travel between Reading and Swindon on Wednesday 23 September as a gas leak close to railway land in the Didcot area is expected to cause severe disruption throughout the day. Engineers from gas distribution company SGN are on site working to rectify the problem as quickly and safely as […]
Railway Mission announces the death of Rev David Hardy
Railway Mission is deeply saddened to announce the death of the Rev David Hardy, Methodist Minister and long-serving Railway Mission chaplain, who died on Monday after living with cancer for some time. David was a familiar and much-loved figure around the railway for many years. He was serving as a Methodist minister in the Nuneaton […]
FirstClass Safety & Control launches new website and company brochure
FirstClass Safety & Control has launched a new company website and capability brochure, providing an updated showcase of its safety, control and interlocking expertise across Rail, Marine, and Petrochemical markets. The new website brings together FirstClass’s capabilities, project experience and technical expertise within a completely refreshed online presence, making it easier for customers, partners and […]