Track access applications and decisions

ORR rejects new West Coast services over capacity constraints and risk of worsening delays for passengers

8 October 2026

Proposals for new train services between London and Wrexham, Rochdale and Blackpool have been rejected by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) after its assessment found adding more trains to the West Coast Main Line would likely increase delays and cancelled trains for passengers.

Disputed amendment to contracts (section 22a)

8 October 2026

These are our decisions on amendments to contracts where Network Rail and the train operator could not reach agreement.

Decisions on new, disputed contracts (section 17)

8 October 2026

Our decisions on new contracts where Network Rail and the train operator could not reach agreement.

Agreed amendments to contracts in 2026 (section 22)

30 September 2026

Our decisions on amendments to contracts where Network Rail and the train operator were in agreement.

Appeals under The Access and Management Regulations

30 September 2026

This page contains guidance, forms and decisions we have made regarding appeals under The Railways (Access, Management and Licensing of Railway Undertakings) Regulations 2016.

Rail access rights data and reports

28 September 2026

This publication provides management information on access rights planning and use.

HS1 applications, decisions and consolidated agreements

17 September 2026

All High Speed 1 (HS1) track access application consultations, decisions and consolidated agreements.

Current track access applications

26 August 2026

This page includes the latest documents relating to track access applications we are currently considering. This may include application forms, draft agreements, any related documents and responses we make public.

Green light for Virgin Trains international services

17 August 2026

ORR statement on 7am Manchester to Euston passenger rail service

1 December 2025

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