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Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Major upgrades to the signalling system will disrupt services in south London during half-term for significant improvements in punctuality.

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

Rail passengers in south London face a week of significant travel disruptions due to signalling upgrades from October 26 to November 1.

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Sudbury and Harrow Road station is London's least used, with just 18,680 annual journeys, and faces declining patronage with limited train services.

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Southern trains face cancellations and diversions due to engineering works from December 16 to December 20.

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Euston Station will revert to displaying departure times instead of digital advertisements after public complaints and a directive from the transport secretary.

Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Major upgrades to the signalling system will disrupt services in south London during half-term for significant improvements in punctuality.

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

Rail passengers in south London face a week of significant travel disruptions due to signalling upgrades from October 26 to November 1.

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Sudbury and Harrow Road station is London's least used, with just 18,680 annual journeys, and faces declining patronage with limited train services.

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Southern trains face cancellations and diversions due to engineering works from December 16 to December 20.

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Euston Station will revert to displaying departure times instead of digital advertisements after public complaints and a directive from the transport secretary.
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'I got a 450 fine for not showing my railcard'

Molly McGregor's experience reveals troubling issues with railcard usage and legal consequences for unsuspecting commuters.
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'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains halted at Euston post fatality at Watford Junction.

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains disrupted in London due to damaged overhead wires.

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

South Western Railway services may face cancellations due to a driver shortage, with passengers offered alternative travel routes at no extra cost.

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

The refurbished Class 165/166 Turbo trains are set to rejoin the GWR network after significant investment despite plans for electrification being delayed.

'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains halted at Euston post fatality at Watford Junction.

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains disrupted in London due to damaged overhead wires.

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

South Western Railway services may face cancellations due to a driver shortage, with passengers offered alternative travel routes at no extra cost.

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

The refurbished Class 165/166 Turbo trains are set to rejoin the GWR network after significant investment despite plans for electrification being delayed.
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London's weekly railway news

London's transport news highlights ongoing concerns regarding service treatment, strike actions, heritage preservation, and infrastructure investments.

The future of AI-enabled railways

AI has successfully saved 6,000 deer from train collisions in the UK, showcasing its application in wildlife protection.

Campaigners call for unlimited climate card' UK rail pass

Implementing a climate card for unlimited train travel could stimulate economic growth and reduce carbon emissions while simplifying fare structures.
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Federal labour board orders rail workers back on the job, imposes binding arbitration | CBC News

The Canadian federal labor board mandated a return to work for railway employees after a significant contract dispute affecting major railways and freight operations.

Railway workers warn 'work stoppage looms' after CN, CPKC seek conciliation | CBC News

Union representing 9,000 railway workers in Canada at risk of strike
Railway operators aiming to remove key rest provisions from workers' contracts putting public safety at risk

Federal labour board orders rail workers back on the job, imposes binding arbitration | CBC News

The Canadian federal labor board mandated a return to work for railway employees after a significant contract dispute affecting major railways and freight operations.

Railway workers warn 'work stoppage looms' after CN, CPKC seek conciliation | CBC News

Union representing 9,000 railway workers in Canada at risk of strike
Railway operators aiming to remove key rest provisions from workers' contracts putting public safety at risk
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Ex-rail minister says he understands Labour deal with unions

End the demonization of train drivers; they deserve respect for their skilled, crucial roles in rail safety.
from www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Tens of thousands of train fare fines to be quashed, court rules

Rail companies have admitted to wrongfully prosecuting thousands for fare evasion, leading to upcoming quashed convictions and scrutiny of the legal process.

National railways stop some shipments ahead of possible lockout | CBC News

Railways in Canada are beginning to block shipments in preparation for a possible strike or lockout next week.

Rail Sabotage Blights an Olympic Moment for France

Arsonists sabotaged critical high-speed rail lines before the Paris Olympics, causing chaos and security concerns.

The Guardian view on rail reform: think growth, not managed decline | Editorial

The Department for Transport's bill to reform railways was finally published but may not become law due to limited time before the election. The government's mismanagement has led to a series of railway crises and unpopular decisions.
The government's refusal to invest in the rail industry for the long term and its focus on cost-cutting have resulted in problems like timetabling chaos, service disruptions, and unpopular proposals.
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