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Class 93 locomotive tested with DB Cargo as operator explores future options

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February 13, 2026
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DB Cargo UK has worked with Rail Operations Group to test a Class 93 locomotive on an intermodal service, as the freight operator explores future…

Man jailed after axe attack at Scottish railway station

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February 13, 2026
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The British Transport Police has confirmed that Brian Patterson has been jailed for four years after pleading guilty to racially aggravated Assault and causing Danger…

Derbyshire railway crossing closed to protect public safety

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February 13, 2026
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Network Rail has closed Long Eaton’s Barton Road crossing to protect public safety.

Train Service Quality Control suffers on Swan Hill Line why?

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February 13, 2026
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Whoever approved the design of the Metro grade seats to be used for longer distance routes obviously has not ridden on them.

Approval granted for upgrade of London railway station

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February 12, 2026
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The City of London’s planning committee has granted approval for the redevelopment of Britain’s busiest station at London Liverpool Street.

Approval granted for upgrade of London railway station

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February 12, 2026
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The City of London’s planning committee has granted approval for the redevelopment of Britain’s busiest station at London Liverpool Street.

Good progress reported for East Coast Main Line upgrade work

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February 12, 2026
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Network Rail is reporting good progress with its weekend work during February to upgrade the track and signalling on the East Coast Main Line.

Appeal update on Bury-based locomotive No. D5705

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February 12, 2026
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The Class 15 Preservation Society has released a small update on the fundraising efforts to bring the locomotive back into service.

Birmingham railway station set for permanent closure as consultation opens

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February 12, 2026
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A consultation has opened following proposals by Network Rail to permanently close Bordesley railway station in Birmingham. Network Rail says that the main reason for…

Milestone reached for HS2’s Warwickshire viaducts

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February 12, 2026
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HS2 has successfully finished building four parallel viaduct decks on a complex triangular intersection located to the east of Birmingham.