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Improving the Human: Data interface within ORR

20 November 2020

I was asked to speak at this year’s International Rail Safety Conference, on the subject of “Learning from incidents and planning change” and it was an easy decision for me, what to speak about.

Consultation on revision of ORR guidance on application of the Railway Safety Regulations 1999 to Mark 1 type and hinged door rolling stock

We are seeking views on our proposed revision of ORR guidance on application of the Railway Safety Regulations 1999 (RSR 99) to Mark 1 type and hinged door rolling stock when operated on railway infrastructure where line speed exceeds 40kph.

ORR response to Rail Accident Investigation Branch report

12 November 2020

Statement from HM Chief Inspector of Railways, Ian Prosser CBE.

Market study into rail signalling systems opened

12 November 2020

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today opened a market study into the supply of rail signalling systems to ensure the signalling supply chain is fair and competitive.

Market study into the supply of signalling systems - November 2020

Signalling systems are an essential part of the railway. They keep passengers safe by ensuring trains do not come into conflict with each other and play a key role in freeing up capacity on our congested network.

Keeping on track with cyber security

10 November 2020

Cyber security is vital to ensure critical railway systems are kept running.

Working to ensure all passengers’ needs are met

5 November 2020

This year has brought many new challenges for disabled and older passengers travelling by rail, adding to those that they may have already faced.

Office of Rail and Road Update - November 2020

30 October 2020

Welcome to our November newsletter.

Office of Rail and Road Update - November 2020

Welcome to our November newsletter.

Economic regulation research

An update on ORR’s review of train performance incentives.

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