Better regulation
19 December 2022
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We set out our approach to better regulation in order to meet our statutory reporting requirements.
Publications
Here you'll find all our publications, reports, determinations and statements.
PR23 policy framework initial consultations
19 December 2022
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A consultation on outcomes, infrastructure performance and managing change and a technical consultation on the measures in our proposed CP7 outcomes framework.
Market study into the supply of automatic ticket gates and ticket vending machines
2 December 2022
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We carried out a market study into automatic ticket gates (ATGs) and ticket vending machines (TVMs) to review how the markets are working and to ensure the market conditions facilitate competition and innovation.
Disputed amendment to contracts (section 22a)
30 November 2022
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These are our decisions on amendments to contracts where Network Rail and the train operator could not reach agreement.
Passenger Information Improvement Plan
22 November 2022
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We have asked that Network Rail, train and station operators work together under the governance structure of the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) Board to publish a Passenger Information Improvement Plan.
Review of Network Rail’s access charges
20 October 2022
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In this consultation, part of ORR’s periodic review 2023 (PR23) programme, we presented further proposals in respect of Network Rail’s CP7 access charges.
Rail investment framework update
27 September 2022
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In this consultation, we presented the draft updated investment framework for comment and feedback.
Consultation on developing ORR's approach to environment and sustainable development
21 September 2022
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This consultation was on developing ORR’s approach to environment and sustainable development.
Environment and sustainable development
21 September 2022
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Delivering for the environment and sustainable development.
Investment Recovery Charge for Phase One of HS2 – Consultation on proposals and invitation to comment
11 August 2022
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ORR consulted on a proposal to permit the inclusion of an Investment Recovery Charge (IRC) in any future charging framework for HS2 Phase One.
Depot access
2 August 2022
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We regulate access to around 100 light maintenance depots in Britain which provide services to passenger and other trains.
Consultation on potential regulation of HS1 stations
27 July 2022
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We took on responsibility for the regulation of the four stations on the HS1 route on 27 July 2022.
Outputs delivery independent reports
20 July 2022
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Network Rail's network licence includes a condition providing for independent experts (reporters) to be appointed by the network operator (Network Rail), to provide ORR with advice on different aspects of Network Rail’s performance.
ORR's approach to East West Rail track access: consultation outcome
15 June 2022
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The purpose of this consultation was to seek views on ORR’s proposed approach to considering track access applications relevant to introduction of East West Rail services.
Sandilands tram incident
10 June 2022
Our role in the development of road investment strategies
27 May 2022
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Information on our role in the development of the third road investment strategy (RIS3), 2025-30, and links to key documents relating to the advice we provided during the development of RIS2 (2020-25).
Data quality independent reports
26 May 2022
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Network Rail's network licence includes a condition providing for independent experts (reporters) to be appointed by the network operator (Network Rail), to provide ORR with advice on different aspects of Network Rail’s performance.
How to apply for a licence or a licence exemption
19 May 2022
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Information about applying for a licence or licence exemption, the costs involved and the application forms you will need to use.
ORR’s role and approach to RIS3
4 May 2022
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A consultation seeking views on our proposed approach to assessing the challenge and deliverability of plans for the third road investment strategy - RIS3.
Learning the lessons: ORR review into Hitachi Class 800 series and Class 385 cracking issue
7 April 2022
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ORR immediately launched a review of both the passenger and safety impact following Hitachi Rail Class 800 series trains withdrawn from service for safety checks on Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express and Hull Trains, along with cracks being separately discovered after examination on ScotRail’s Class 385 and Southeastern’s Class 395 trains in May 2021.
Railway Assessment Centre Forum (RACF) commitments investigation
4 April 2022
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Investigation under section 25 of the Competition Act 1998 in respect of the rules for membership of the Railway Assessment Centre Forum (RACF).
ORR’s review of Light Rail Safety and Standards Board
28 March 2022
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We have published a findings report following a review of the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) making six recommendations.
Network Rail's Network Code
22 February 2022
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This page sets out the background of Network Rail’s Network Code, which is the set of rules behind the contractual relationship between Network Rail and the passenger and freight operating companies that run trains on their infrastructure.
ROGS
16 February 2022
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The regulatory requirements for managing safety on the railways, tramways and other guided transport systems. This page details who needs to comply and what they must do to meet minimum standards in Great Britain.