Rail

UK's rail regulator's proposed guidance is designed to improve risk assessments at level crossings

A 13-year-old boy suffered an electric shock when he climbed onto a stationary train.

One of the main causal factors of the accident was that track workers did not hear the train approaching – we speak to a noise protection expert, and Network Rail responds.

Two recommendations have been made after a driver was crushed between two trains during a ‘coupling’ operation

Exceptional weather conditions continue to affect safety performance

The UK's biggest freight operator has been prosecuted for a second time after a child suffered 40% burns when he was shocked by an overhead cable.

The UK’s rail network is one of the safest in the world – yet there are worrying indications that this record is under threat.