The rail industry is claiming a surge in the movement of goods by train shows it can help ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked during the lorry driver shortage.
Read moreRail freight ‘never been more crucial’ amid HGV driver shortage
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Southeastern campaign encourages passengers to be mindful of those with accessibility requirements
Southeastern has launched a video to encourage passengers to support the accessibility needs of fellow travellers returning to the railway.
Read moreViolence against transport workers worse during pandemic – rail union warns
Three out of five transport workers have been verbally or physically attacked since the start of the pandemic, new research suggests.
Read moreNew stations added to Tube map in major network expansion
Transport for London (TfL) has unveiled a new Tube map showing the first major expansion of the network this century.
Read moreUK railway news roundup
This week’s roundup of news from the UK railway industry.
Read moreRail industry urges workers to return to commuting by train
There could be long-term damaging effects on city centres and High Streets unless workers return to commuting by train, new research warns.
Read moreNoise from traffic and trains linked to higher risk of dementia – new study
A new study from Denmark has suggested road traffic and railway noise is associated with an increased risk of dementia.
Read moreLondon’s Tube network sees busiest morning since start of pandemic
The London Underground has seen its busiest rush hour morning since March 2020, according to Transport for London (TfL) data.
Read moreRAIB report: Fatal accident at Waterloo Underground station
RAIB has released its report into a fatal accident at Waterloo Underground station last year.
Read moreTrain passengers offered journey updates via WhatsApp
Rail passengers in the UK can now receive alerts by WhatsApp when their train is delayed or cancelled.
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