Conservatives and Liberal Democrats vote against Railways Bill second reading, as DfT outlines what already-nationalised operators must achieve over the coming years

The Bill’s wording gives clues on what it could mean in practice

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Evidence to Transport Select Committee highlights concerns over network access, freight use and regulatory powers

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As 2025 draws to a conclusion, it’s time to look back at another varied year on Britain’s railways, and, as ever, there have been many developments, not all for the better, but plenty of good news as