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24 November 2022 14:15

London Northwestern Railway: 'My Mummy is a Train Driver' book launch tackles stereotypes in rail industry

A brand-new children’s book aimed at tackling stereotypes in the rail industry was launched at a London Northwestern Railway (LNR) station today (Thu 24 Nov).
The event at Wolverhampton saw school children and rail industry representatives gather for the launch of ‘My Mummy is a Train Driver’, the latest in a series of children’s books promoting diversity and inclusion.
LNR and sister compan

24 November 2022 14:15

West Midlands Railway: My Mummy is a Train Driver book launch tackles stereotypes in rail industry

A brand-new children’s book aimed at tackling stereotypes in the rail industry was launched at a West Midlands Railway (WMR) station today (Thu 24 Nov).
The event at Wolverhampton saw school children and rail industry representatives gather for the launch of ‘My Mummy is a Train Driver’, the latest in a series of children’s books promoting diversity and inclusion.
WMR and sister company Lond

23 November 2022 15:30

West Midlands Railway teams up with White Ribbon to put an end to violence against women

West Midlands Railway (WMR) has teamed up with White Ribbon – the UK’s leading charity engaging men and boys to end violence against women and girls – and Network Rail to encourage everyone to make the White Ribbon Promise to never use, excuse or remain silent about men’s violence against women.
On 25 November, there will be events taking place across the national rail network in support of Whi

23 November 2022 15:30

London Northwestern Railway teams up with White Ribbon to put an end to violence against women

London Northwestern Railway (LNR) has teamed up with White Ribbon – the UK’s leading charity engaging men and boys to end violence against women and girls – and Network Rail to encourage everyone to make the White Ribbon Promise to never use, excuse or remain silent about men’s violence against women.
On 25 November, there will be events taking place across the national rail network in support

22 November 2022 10:00

London Northwestern Railway warns passengers not to travel on Saturday due to strike action

London Northwestern Railway (LNR) is advising passengers not to attempt to travel this Saturday due to planned industrial action.
There will be no service on any LNR route on Saturday 26 November due to action by members of train drivers’ union ASLEF. Passengers needing to travel are advised to make alternative arrangements.
There may also be amendments to late services on the evening of Fri

22 November 2022 10:00

West Midlands Railway warns passengers not to travel on Saturday due to strike action

West Midlands Railway (WMR) is advising passengers not to attempt to travel this Saturday due to planned industrial action.
There will be no service on any WMR route on Saturday 26 November due to action by members of train drivers’ union ASLEF. Passengers needing to travel are advised to make alternative arrangements.
There may also be amendments to late services on the evening of Friday 25

16 November 2022 11:00

Warning to lorry drivers as Cross City Line bridge among "most bashed"

Lorry drivers have been reminded to take care after a bridge on the Cross City Line was named among the "most bashed" in the UK.
The bridge, in St John's Street, Lichfield, was struck by vehicles 11 times in 2021/22, causing hours of delays to West Midlands Railway services due to essential structural checks following each incident.
Network Rail has released a new animation urging HGV driver

14 November 2022 09:30

British Transport Police and West Midlands Railway partner to tackle anti-social behaviour on Chase Line

Following an increase in youth anti-social behaviour incidents across the Chase Line (Birmingham New Street to Walsall to Rugeley), British Transport Police (BTP) is increasing patrols using targeted operations.
The patrols will include covert and overt officers with BTP working alongside West Midlands Trains and Network Rail to reduce anti-social behaviour and ensure that everyone can travel s

11 November 2022 13:15

Remembrance: London Northwestern Railway helps Milton Keynes veterans pay respects

London Northwestern Railway (LNR) partnered with military veterans in Milton Keynes to pay respects at a London ceremony today.
As part of the “Routes of Remembrance” initiative, LNR transported two wreaths to London on behalf of ARC MK – a service which helps people break a cycle of substance addiction. ARC MK were supported by the Veterans Community Network and military legal firm Pury Erskin

6 November 2022 17:30

West Midlands Railway confirms reduced timetable on Monday 7 November despite strike suspension

West Midlands Railway (WMR) has confirmed a reduced timetable on Monday 7 November, with four additional reinstated services after industrial action was suspended.
Due to the lateness of the RMT announcement on Friday afternoon, it will not be possible to reinstate the normal West Midlands Railway timetable. This is due to staffing rosters and train movements being planned many days in advance.

4 November 2022 16:00

London Northwestern Railway: Reduced timetable to remain in place despite strike suspension

London Northwestern Railway passengers are being warned that a reduced timetable will remain in place tomorrow (Saturday) despite the suspension of RMT strike action.
Due to the lateness of the RMT announcement on Friday afternoon, it will not be possible to reinstate the normal London Northwestern Railway timetable and a reduced service will be in operation.
Jonny Wiseman, LNR customer expe

4 November 2022 16:00

West Midlands Railway: Reduced timetable to remain in place despite strike suspension

Rail passengers in the West Midlands are being warned that a reduced timetable will remain in place tomorrow (Saturday) despite the suspension of RMT strike action.
Due to the lateness of the RMT announcement on Friday afternoon, it will not be possible to reinstate the normal West Midlands Railway timetable and a reduced service will be in operation.
Jonny Wiseman, WMR customer experience d