Network Rail Media Centre - News Releases

Drone trials at Romford to improve incident response across Anglia

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:29:00 Z

As 'Rail Safety Week' takes place this week, attention is focused on the impact of trespass, vandalism and cable theft incidents on the railway. In 2025/26, these incidents resulted in more than 143,000 delay minutes and remain among the leading causes of disruption for passengers travelling across Anglia.

Major investment planned for North Wales railway to deliver more reliable services and improved accessibility

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:54:00 Z

Network Rail is planning a significant programme of investment across the North Wales Coast line, with extensive engineering works proposed between Chester and Holyhead in January 2027.

Passenger travel update between Rochdale and Manchester Victoria

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:50:00 Z

Passengers are being urged to plan their journeys in advance ahead of vital engineering work taking place between Rochdale and Manchester Victoria later this month.

Historic Mackintosh design brought back to life at Glasgow Central

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:20:00 Z

A new ceramic mural celebrating the work of Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh has been unveiled at Glasgow Central Station.

More than 1,000 children learn vital skills at Leeds Station Safety Week

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:58:00 Z

A record 1,030 Year 6 pupils are taking part in interactive railway safety sessions as part of Leeds Station Safety Week.

West Midlands railwayman celebrates 50 years of service

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:14:00 Z

A Black Country man who has helped keep millions of people on the move during a 50 year career has celebrated a milestone anniversary at Birmingham New Street.

GBR Anglia celebrates decade of investment during Better Transport Week

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:56:00 Z

GBR Anglia is supporting Better Transport Week 2026, an annual campaign celebrating the benefits of public transport, shared transport, walking, wheeling, and cycling.

Network Rail colleague honoured in King’s Birthday Honours

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:52:00 Z

A Network Rail colleague has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026, in recognition of her exceptional contribution to the community.

Rail upgrades mean no trains between Bedford and London over two weekends

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:45:00 Z

A significant package of railway improvement work will affect journeys between Bedford and London over the next two weekends.

Two Network Rail colleagues honoured in The King’s Birthday Honours 2026

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:58:00 Z

Two Network Rail colleagues – Esther Lagden and Tyron Woodford – have been awarded British Empire Medals (BEM) in The King’s Birthday Honours 2026, in recognition of their exceptional contributions to their communities.

Esther Lagden has been recognised for her dedicated voluntary service supporting young people.
Tyron Woodford has been honoured for his outstanding contribution to inclusion, public service and community support.