Off-peak train frequencies to double between Moorgate and Hertford North
Community leaders are celebrating news that Great Northern is going to double the number of trains it runs in the off peak between London’s Moorgate station and Hertford North
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Bonfire celebrations to close Rye station from 3pm on Saturday 14 November 2026
Rye railway station will be closed from 3pm on the day of the town’s bonfire celebrations, Saturday, 14 November, until the regular start of service the next day, Sunday
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Digital signalling and track upgrades on East Coast Main Line south of Peterborough
Further digital signalling upgrade work alongside essential track and lineside improvements will mean no trains on the East Coast Main Line between Peterborough or Letchworth and London on the last weekend of November.
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Commemorative poppy train launched by rail operator ahead of Remembrance Day
A commemorative poppy train has been launched by Greater Thameslink Railway (GTR) as a permanent tribute to the Armed Forces communities and all who have served ahead of Remembrance Day.
GTR, which operates Thameslink, unveiled its special Thameslink poppy train at London Blackfriars station yesterday on London Poppy Day (29 October) - a flagship Royal British Legion event which sees thousands -
Emergency landslip works mean buses replace trains between Redhill and Tonbridge
Network Rail engineers will carry out emergency works near Godstone between Wednesday 28 October and Sunday 1 November inclusive to stabilise the railway following a landslip, with buses replacing trains between Redhill and Tonbridge during this time
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Fewer thefts and less vandalism reported across GTR network
Incidents of theft, vandalism and graffiti are all down year-on-year
Passengers travelling with Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express are experiencing fewer reported incidents of theft, vandalism and graffiti, following action taken through initiatives including Greater Thameslink Railway’s (GTR) Antisocial Behaviour Improvement Plan.
Since launching the plan in 2024, GTR -
All change, please! Colourful new look for thousands of railway staff in South East – with old uniforms given second life
Thousands of railway staff across London and the South East are sporting a colourful new look – with their old uniforms going to help jobseekers, schoolchildren and homeless people
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Plan ahead: Improvements coming for Havant’s railway in October
During the October half-term, engineers will continue a major project to reduce signalling failures in the Havant area, while carrying out vital maintenance to improve reliability between Liphook and Petersfield.
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GTR staff save lives, support 200,000 accessible journeys and create opportunities across communities as part of drive to boost social value
New report demonstrates wider role railways play in supporting inclusive growth by connecting people to jobs, education, opportunities and support, while helping build stronger, safer and more inclusive communities
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Rail audio guides help blind and partially sighted people travel independently
New railway station and train audio guides, designed to dramatically improve accessibility for blind and partially sighted rail travellers, have been published on the Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern websites
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Public safety is the top priority for Lewes Bonfire celebrations
Important information about changes to rail services on 5 November have been shared as part of a message about public safety at Lewes Bonfire celebrations
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GTR highlights improvements delivered during its first 100 days under public ownership
Since transferring to DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) on 31 May, GTR has been delivering on commitments set out when GTR came into public ownership – working to improve customer experience, with a particular focus on improving trains and stations, reducing disruption, and providing better support for customers.
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More comfortable commutes ahead: rail reform spells end of the 'ironing-board' seat era on Thameslink trains
Millions of Thameslink passengers are set to get a more comfortable commute as publicly owned operator GTR partners with Siemens Mobility to upgrade standard class seat cushions across all 115 trains in its fleet from next year
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East Coast digital milestone signals a new era
Digital in-cab signalling, which will eventually deliver more efficient, more reliable and greener services, has been used by passenger trains on the East Coast Main Line for the first time
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Network Rail and Southern Railway complete major recovery and repair programme as Haywards Heath to Lewes line set to reopen on 1 September
The railway between Haywards Heath and Lewes will reopen to passenger services on Tuesday 1 September, following the successful completion of a major recovery operation and extensive repairs after the derailment near Lewes on Thursday 13 August.
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Temporary amendments to some Southern services due to the impact of prolonged extreme dry weather
Customers are being advised to check before they travel as targeted timetable changes are introduced on some parts of the Southern network from Tuesday 1 September.
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Reminder: Bank holiday journeys affected by digital signalling project
Passengers are reminded that testing ahead of digital signalling being introduced on the East Coast Main Line will affect journeys this weekend.
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Great Northern joins Stevenage FC players to support town’s homeless
To address the cost of living crisis and mark the 13th anniversary of their partnership with Stevenage Football Club Academy, Great Northern’s railway station staff are calling on town commuters to help them support a town-based charity for homeless people
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Network Rail and Southern Railway confirm 1 September planned reopening of Haywards Heath to Lewes line
The railway line between Haywards Heath and Lewes will reopen to passenger services on Tuesday 1 September following a major recovery operation and repairs to the track after the derailment on Thursday 13 August
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Lewes to Haywards Heath line to remain closed for at least another 10 days as major train recovery operation begins
Passengers travelling between Lewes and Haywards Heath via Plumpton and Cooksbridge should check before they travel for at least the next 10 days and into the weeks ahead as the line remains closed for repairs following last week's derailment
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