Train protection systems
8 May 2024
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Train protection is equipment fitted to trains and the track that can reduce risks from signals passed at danger (SPADs) and over-speeding.
Health and safety
Consultation on draft train protection systems guidance
8 May 2024
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Sought feedback on new train protection systems guidance. Guidance aims to clarify legal obligations of dutyholders in relation to modern train protection systems.
ORR gives approval for enhancements at Dore & Totley station
9 April 2024
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised significant enhancements at Dore & Totley railway station in Sheffield.
ORR authorises upgrades at Reading West station ahead of opening
21 February 2024
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised upgrades at Reading West railway station, ahead of their entry into service.
ORR gives approval for enhancements at University station, Birmingham, to open
17 January 2024
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised two new station buildings and other significant enhancements at University railway station in Birmingham, allowing them to enter into service.
Train protection system exemptions
11 January 2024
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Applying for an exemption from the requirement to have a Train Protection System.
Brent Cross West opens after ORR authorisation
10 December 2023
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Brent Cross West, London’s newest mainline station, has opened after the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) authorised it into service.
The Rail and Road Pod Episode 21: authorisations - giving the green light
8 December 2023
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In this episode, we take a look at our role in helping stations and trains into service
ORR: New East Linton railway station ready to open
5 December 2023
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised into service the new East Linton railway station ahead of its expected opening on 13 December.