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Railway Mission highlights rail’s mental health needs

David Shirres reports on a House of Commons reception held in in October which celebrated the Railway Mission’s long-standing support for rail staff and...

Driving sustainable innovation in security and facilities

Carlisle Support Services has opened registration for its Innovation Lab 2026 industry conference, which returns to Liverpool’s iconic ACC on Thursday 5 March 2026. Innovation...

Alstom’s Greatest Gathering leaves a lasting legacy

Alstom’s landmark Railway 200 celebration, The Greatest Gathering, has delivered a powerful legacy beyond the tracks, raising more than £100,000 for charities and heritage...

Young Rail Professionals: innovation all around

Richard Harmer, chief operations officer at Young Rail Professionals (YRP), reflects on rail innovation and how emerging technologies are reshaping signalling, projects, and everyday...

People Moves – November / December 2025

From boardroom changes to new faces on the network, the rail industry is constantly evolving. RailStaff brings you the latest appointments, promotions, and career...

A lifetime of service: Paul brewer marks 40 years in rail

If there’s one thing the railway is known for (other than clean, safe, and efficient travel) it’s the dedication of its staff. Indeed, much...

Howard Smith OBE: Reflecting on a lifetime in rail

After nearly four decades in the railway industry, Howard Smith OBE, director of the Elizabeth line, is retiring from Transport for London (TfL). Speaking...

Training & Careers Roundup

Employees of the railway never stop learning, and the industry is generous when it comes to providing courses and qualifications. RailStaff looks over the...

Railway 200 at sea

In the Railway’s 200th year, David Shirres takes a look at one of its more unlikely items of heritage. One iconic steam-powered London & North...

The silent platform: when a train fails to arrive

Liam Johnston Sometimes, there are platforms where trains fail to arrive. Not because of engineering works or signal failures, but because something more profound has...

Young Rail Professionals: My journey as a degree apprentice

Molly Jean Crowther, chief financial officer of Young Rail Professionals, tells us her story of career change during uncertain times and how a degree...

Redefining the management consultancy landscape

RailStaff sat down with the founders of Advance TRS Management Consultancy, to discuss the success of their innovative and agile venture. Since 2011, Advance TRS...

Expert Commentary: David Horne, LNER

David Horne is managing director of LNER and a director at the Rail Safety Standards Board (RSSB). He recently joined RailStaff to discuss his...

A time for change and simplification

Colin Wheeler The privatisation of our railways served a purpose when introduced but many will welcome the introduction of the unifying organisation Great British Railways....

Network Rail duo supports military movers

Two Network Rail staff with military backgrounds are helping service leavers find rewarding new careers in rail. The rail industry employs thousands of ex-armed forces...