Incident investigation

25 Years on: Recalling the Great Heck rail disaster

27 February 2026
The train, from Newcastle to London King’s Cross, derailed into the path of an oncoming freight train. Ten people lost their lives that day, including the drivers of both trains, and 82 were seriously injured.

Responses to RAIB reports 2025

17 February 2026
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2025.

How we investigate incidents

19 May 2025
When an incident or accident occurs, we receive notification in line with The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR).

Responses to RAIB reports 2024

14 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2024.

Responses to RAIB reports 2023

14 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2023.

Responses to RAIB reports 2018

14 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2018.

Responses to RAIB reports 2017

14 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2017.

Responses to RAIB reports 2014

14 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2014.

Responses to RAIB reports 2022

4 April 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2022.

Responses to RAIB reports 2015

21 February 2025
Our responses to the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) in relation to their recommendations published in 2015.
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