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How do you build a wall between the railway and the sea?

We’re well on our way to completing section two of the new Dawlish sea wall in Devon. It will make this section of railway more resilient to severe weather – and mean a safer railway for you and the people who live nearby. We’ve faced many challenges building this bigger, better defence, but how have … Continued

Nine things that happened during the storms

Three storms in just five days caused widespread disruption to the railway. We’ve worked round the clock to keep you safe and get you moving again. Please check National Rail Enquiries for up-to-date travel information before you start your journey. We know delays are frustrating and we do everything we can to avoid them but keeping you … Continued

Cumbrian Coast line reopens – seven repairs highlights

Trains have started running on the Cumbrian Coast line again after three consecutive storms forced the railway to close earlier this year. Northern Trains services resumed on Monday 1 June after we completely replaced a railway bridge damaged beyond repair at Parton by storms Ciara, Dennis and Jorge in March. In just 11 weeks, we … Continued

Extreme weather response update 17.03.20

Extreme weather across Britain has caused significant disruption and damage to the railway. Our teams have worked around in the clock in certain areas to respond to issues caused by Storm Ciara, Storm Dennis and additional heavy rainfall, and get passengers moving again. Thank you for bearing with us while we carry out this vital work. Please … Continued

Extreme weather response update

Extreme weather across Britain has caused significant disruption and damage to the railway. Our teams have worked around in the clock in certain areas to respond to issues caused by Storm Ciara, Storm Dennis and additional heavy rainfall, and get passengers moving again. Thank you for bearing with us while we carry out this vital … Continued

Storm Dennis – how we’re responding

This weekend, Storm Dennis caused widespread disruption to the railway – just days after Storm Ciara. Our teams are working around the clock to respond to problems caused by the severe weather and get passengers moving safely. Please check National Rail Enquiries for up-do-date travel information before you start your journey. We know delays are … Continued

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