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Siemens Continues Samaritans Partnership, Strengthening Mental Health Aid Across Britain

Siemens Mobility has announced the extension of its partnership with Samaritans, the charity dedicated to providing confidential emotional support to anyone in distress or...

New senior leadership team announced for EDI Charter for Rail Working Group

The EDI Charter for Rail has announced new additions to its senior leadership group. The Working Group was founded by the Railway Industry Association (RIA)...

PBH Rail bolsters track systems expertise with new appointment

Following two years of growth, PBH Rail is continuing its expansion with the appointment of Alan Quince, who joins the company as joint director...

Great opportunities and great responsibility

A new year always carries a sense of renewal. Plans are refreshed, ambitions sharpened, and industries take stock of both progress and unfinished business....

GTR sees huge increase in female apprentices

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has revealed a significant increase in the number of women starting an apprenticeship with the rail operator. A total of...

Land Sheriffs celebrates 20 years

Essex-based smart security specialist Land Sheriffs has launched a fresh brand and new website to celebrate its 20-year anniversary. To mark the milestone, Land Sheriffs...

EMR doubles down on body-worn cameras

East Midlands Railway (EMR) has rolled out more than 330 additional body-worn cameras for its staff as part of its ongoing commitment to colleague...

Former signaller returns to his roots

A former railway signaller has celebrated his 90th birthday with a special visit to the Manchester Rail Operating Centre (ROC), returning to the railway...

Youngest ever Metro driver retires

A Metro worker who holds the record for being its youngest train driver when it opened in 1980 is retiring after nearly 50 years...

Network Rail staff hailed as heroes

Three Network Rail workers have been hailed as heroes for rescuing a woman and her two dogs after she fell in deep snow. Joanne Reid,...

Looking forward to closer cooperation

Colin Wheeler There is clear enthusiasm for recruiting more heavy goods vehicle drivers to meet current and future industrial demand. Yet electrifying more of our...

15 years on the front line of security

ResponSec, one of the UK’s leading providers of bespoke security solutions, is marking its 15th anniversary this year, a milestone that reflects not just...

BTTC celebrates small projects with big results

In 2025, a new RailStaff Award shone a spotlight on the importance of collaboration, innovation, and strong leadership across the rail industry. Recognising excellence...

Amulet Security: a golden partner

Widely recognised as one of the most important events in the rail calendar, the RailStaff Awards is dedicated to acknowledging the dedication, professionalism, and...

RailwayPeople.com: unlock your potential

The new year is here and it’s the perfect moment to reassess your career, explore new opportunities, and get ahead of the competition. January and...

HS2 hits recruitment milestones

As HS2 celebrates apprenticeship milestones, project progress is driving future workforce opportunities. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week, which ran from 9-15 February, brought together businesses...

Celebrating a century of expertise

Alstom has honoured two colleagues, each with over 50 years’ rail service, marking the achievement with an award presentation and a test track experience. A...

Pay rises, skills gaps, and the race for talent

In early January, recruitment firm Carrington West released its 2026 Rail Salary Survey & Guide, giving a snapshot of rail workers’ potential earnings and...