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Rail industry unites to champion social mobility as Great British Railways edges closer

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:02:00 Z

Leaders from across the rail industry are joining forces, taking part in a symbolic rail journey, to champion social mobility and inspire the next generation of talent.

World Environment Day 2026: Rail industry accelerating shift towards a cleaner, greener Great British Railways

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:40:00 Z

On World Environment Day (Friday 5 June), train operators and Network Rail are setting out how they are helping to make the UK a world leader in clean, green rail travel by reducing emissions, improving air quality, and protecting biodiversity across the network.

More new trains, better journeys: SWR celebrates one year in public ownership

Mon, 25 May 2026 15:16:00 Z

The roll-out of the South Western Arterio fleet shows how nationalisation of the railway is transforming passenger journeys.

Full steam ahead for Great British Railways as first branded train unveiled

Thu, 21 May 2026 08:39:00 Z

The first Great British Railways‑branded train has been unveiled as services move into public ownership, with new branding rolling out across England’s rail network.

Rail timetable changes THIS Sunday deliver more seats, new overnight links and the return of a classic service

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:58:00 Z

Rail passengers across the country will benefit from increased capacity, improved connectivity and targeted service enhancements when the national rail timetable changes on Sunday (17 May).

Transport Secretary confirms transfer date for Great Western Railway (GWR)

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:52:00 Z

GWR will move into public ownership on Sunday 13 December 2026.

Shortlist for new GBR HQ down to final two Derby locations

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:20:00 Z

Two sites in Derby have made the final shortlist for a new Great British Railways (GBR) HQ.

DFTO's Chair's letter

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:31:00 Z

The Department for Transport has published the DFTO's Chair's letter sent by the secretary of state for transport, Heidi Alexander MP.

DFTO takes next steps towards Great British Railways

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:32:00 Z

A new era for railway leadership begins as Laura Shoaf, Tony Poulter and Charles Donald are appointed as Non-Executive Directors to the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) Board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR).

Rail industry searching for UK innovators to solve four key challenges

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:52:00 Z

The rail industry is calling on the UK’s brightest minds to help shape the future of transport, inviting creators, problem-solvers and disruptors from every corner of the country to help improve sustainability, safety and accessibility across Britain’s rail network.