Rail access rights planning and use, 17 May 2026 timetable change
28 September 2026
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This publication provides management information on access rights planning and use.
Access and licensing
HS1 applications, decisions and consolidated agreements
17 September 2026
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All High Speed 1 (HS1) track access application consultations, decisions and consolidated agreements.
Current track access applications
26 August 2026
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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
Current licence casework consultations
28 July 2026
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This page details proposals to grant licences or licence exemptions on which we are consulting.
ORR discussion document: modifying non-GBR licences in the context of rail reform
27 July 2026
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Provides ORR’s emerging thinking and seeks stakeholder views on licence modifications which may be necessary or desirable in the context of rail reform.
ORR seeks views on railway licence changes to prepare for rail reform
27 July 2026
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• ORR sets out plans on licences needed for the transition to rail reform. Proposed changes maintain accountability and consumer protections. Views invited ahead of formal consultation later this year.
Access projects, policy documents and statements
16 July 2026
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This page contains details of current projects, policy documents and statements regarding access to the rail network.
Developing ORR’s process for GBR appeals: discussion document
4 June 2026
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Sought feedback on our discussion document 'Developing ORR's process for GBR appeals'.
Guidance on our approach to regulating track access
27 February 2026
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This guidance sets out our approach to regulating track access.