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Here you can read press releases and statements. You can also catch up on our blogs, podcasts and newsletters (sign-up to our newsletter), which feature many interesting topics for road and rail users and professionals.
Press releasesORR authorises Northumberland Park Station on the Northumberland Line
19 February 2026
Press releasesRail passenger assistance ranked for first time by ORR, as regulator investigates Northern Trains’ disability awareness training
12 December 2025
Press releasesORR Chief Executive, John Larkinson announces decision to leave in April 2026
10 December 2025
Press releasesIncreasing fares revenue contributes to reduction in government subsidy for the railways
25 November 2025
Press releasesRail regulator opens door to future international train services with Temple Mills access approval for Virgin Trains
30 October 2025
Press releasesGreat Western Railway fined £1m following fatal 2018 droplight window incident
3 October 2025
Press releasesORR welcomes industry progress on improving cost effective rail safety decisions
18 September 2025-
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ORR approves limited new passenger services on East Coast Main Line from December 2025
29 July 2025 -
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Rail regulator rejects West Coast Main Line applications due to insufficient capacity
3 July 2025 -
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Rail regulator proposes to change redress policies when booked assistance fails disabled passengers
2 May 2025 -
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Rail regulator says some capacity can be made available at Eurostar depot
31 March 2025
