The public consultation on proposed rail upgrades between Standedge and Gledholt has been extended, giving communities in and around Huddersfield more time to share their views. The consultation, which opened on Monday 16 February 2026, has been extended until Friday 24 April 2026. The extension provides a further opportunity for residents, businesses and stakeholders to […]
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Train services resume between Exeter and Barnstaple following eight days of track renewal work
Trains have resumed on the North Devon line following Network Rail’s eight-day track renewal in the Crediton area. On Saturday 21 March, engineers began replacing rail, sleepers and ballast (the stone that supports the track) between Barnstaple and Taw, before moving to the Chenson area last Wednesday to install a second stretch of track. During […]
Britain’s rail network open for business this Easter – but passengers asked to check before they travel on some key routes
The vast majority of Britain’s rail network will be open for passengers travelling over the Easter bank holiday weekend, helping them make the most of their spring break. Thanks to our carefully-planned £75.5m programme of investment this Easter, aimed at improving performance for both passengers and freight services, we are ensuring most services run as normal. This Easter’s biggest upgrade is part of a £400m project to boost the reliability of the West Coast Main Line – Europe’s busiest mixed-use […]
New road bringing safer travel and faster trains a step nearer
Construction work is progressing well on a road in Collingham which is part of a multi-million-pound project delivering improved rail safety benefits and faster train services. The new link road is being built from just south of Cross Lane level crossing to east of Swinderby Road level crossing, running alongside the railway line. The Cross […]
High Speed Rail Group announces Balfour Beatty as newest member
The High Speed Rail Group (HSRG) has welcomed infrastructure provider Balfour Beatty as its newest member. With extensive experience in rail and infrastructure, Balfour Beatty brings strong technical capability to HSRG. Through the Balfour Beatty VINCI joint venture, the company is designing and building major civil infrastructure for HS2 – including the 90km main works in the […]
ScotRail thanks customers as 120,000 return to Glasgow Central
ScotRail is thanking customers for returning to rail travel with the resumption of the normal timetable at Glasgow Central High Level. On Wednesday 25 March, the first day of the restored timetable, ScotRail recorded around 120,000 passenger journeys at Glasgow Central as people used the train to return to work, education, and for leisure travel. […]
Greek Street roundabout reopens after £20 million upgrade
A new railway bridge supporting a four-way roundabout above the West Coast Main Line in Stockport has reopened after a year-long overhaul. Traffic restrictions were lifted on the evening of Friday 27 March at around 8pm. Network Rail has invested £20 million completely replacing Greek Street bridge to secure both the road above and railway […]
Major engineering work at Folkestone Warren to protect against landslips
Progress is being made in a major project that involves the installation of large rocks on the beach at Folkestone Warren, so that the coastal railway between Folkestone and Dover can be protected and ensuring that passenger trains can continue to run safely. Since last summer, contractors working for Network Rail have been securing the […]