Why Rail Freight is the Secret Weapon for UK's Growth and Net Zero Goals Train on the Forth Bridge

The freight sector today called on the government to supercharge rail freight growth to help deliver the UK government’s national missions in its Plan...

jonathand@cogn… Wed, 01/22/2025 - 10:49
Rail industry leaders react to King’s Speech Houses of Parliament

The rail industry has been reacting to the State Opening of Parliament yesterday, during which the King confirmed that the new Labour Government will...

Peter Johnson Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:12
Government to lower minimum age for train drivers in move to secure rail workforce’s future Train

The government is exploring the possibility of lowering the minimum age to become a train driver in a bid to fortify the workforce and secure services...

Louis Morris Thu, 05/23/2024 - 08:28
Rail nationalisation pledged Kings Cross Station

In a speech this morning, the Shadow Transport Secretary has pledged to shake up rail by nationalising the nation’s railway.

This would come...

Dan Benn Thu, 04/25/2024 - 10:17
Future of rail set out in reform bill Digital high speed railway bullet train, 3d rendering

The government has set out its plans for the future of the nation’s railways with the publication of the draft Rail Reform Bill.

According to the D...

Dan Benn Wed, 02/21/2024 - 12:07
Rail Partners Launch Manifesto for a Thriving British Railway, Urging Reform Before Election Manifesto for Rail - Rail Partners

Rail Partners, the body which represents leading train operating companies in Britain, has unveiled their "Manifesto for Rail", outlining a five-point...

richardw@cogni… Thu, 02/15/2024 - 10:54
Rail Partners make case for a public-private model for the future of the British rail network in new report Rail Partners make case for a public-private model for the future of the British rail network in new report

Rail Partners, the trade association for independent passenger owning groups, has called for a reinvigorated public-private partnership to get Britain...

richardw@cogni… Mon, 07/17/2023 - 13:12
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RTM Issue 149

A very light revolution: How Coventry is changing the game in connectivity

Focusing on the latest developments, innovations, and policy impacts in the UK rail industry, with a particular emphasis on sustainability, infrastructure upgrades, and future technological advancements.

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