Extreme heat has long been something the railway has had to manage, but this summer has underlined just how quickly that challenge is changing.
Over...
Colin Wheeler
In 1948, Britain’s railways were nationalised as British Railways, operating through a centrally managed organisation of regions and divisions responsible for train operations,...
The railway is adapting to a new challenge as increasingly frequent periods of extreme heat test infrastructure, operations, and resilience across the network.
If you...
Every person nominated for a RailStaff Award has gone above and beyond in their role. Whether they've delivered exceptional customer service, championed equality, or...
From frontline staff to behind-the-scenes specialists, the RailStaff Awards recognise all those whose professionalism and expertise make a real difference every day. Though there...
Meaningful inclusion requires practical action, honest conversations, and opportunities for all says Caitlin Richardson, EDI Manager at Young Rail Professionals.
When people hear 'Equality, Diversity...
Collaboration can improve access to rail careers, strengthen progression, and develop future talent. Richard Harmer, CEO of Young Rail Professionals, explores how.
The Government's recent...
Sam Jennings, Rail & Infrastructure Director at Advance TRS, explores why human judgement remains essential as AI reshapes recruitment across infrastructure.
Artificial intelligence is changing...
The scale of HS2’s recruitment ambitions is increasingly being matched by the breadth of opportunities emerging around the project.
From dedicated recruitment hubs designed to...
As Britain accelerates infrastructure investment and decarbonisation, Heavy Haul Rail is positioning bulk freight at the heart of a changing economy.
Earlier this year, Heavy...
New roles, new challenges, and new faces are shaping the future of rail. RailStaff rounds up the latest appointments, promotions, and career moves from...
Railway Mission is delighted to welcome Emmanuel Egila as its new railway chaplain supporting colleagues across the Southwest Rail network, based out of London Waterloo.
Emmanuel succeeds...
There are moments when the railway family comes together not to celebrate success or innovation, but to support one another through tragedy. The collision...
