Survey reveals young Londoners underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
Friday 24 Apr 2026

Survey reveals young Londoners underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings


  • Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds nationally believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
  • 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
  • Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway.
Network Rail Media Centre
Survey reveals young adults underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
Friday 24 Apr 2026

Survey reveals young adults underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings


  • Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
  • 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
  • Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway
Network Rail Media Centre
Survey reveals young adults in Brighton underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
Friday 24 Apr 2026

Survey reveals young adults in Brighton underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings


  • Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
  • 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
  • Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway.
Network Rail Media Centre
Survey reveals young adults across the South East underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
Friday 24 Apr 2026

Survey reveals young adults across the South East underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings


  • Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
  • 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
  • Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway.
Network Rail Media Centre
Survey reveals Southampton residents underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings
Friday 24 Apr 2026

Survey reveals Southampton residents underestimate power and speed of trains – risking their lives on level crossings


  • Seven out of ten 18-34 year olds nationally believe they could get out of the way if a train approached
  • 98% of these young adults are unaware how long trains take to stop in an emergency
  • Survey marks start of No Second Chances campaign - featuring a series of hard‑hitting films - which focuses on the deadly risks of distraction when approaching the railway.
Network Rail Media Centre
ABS and Fleet Robotics Team Up to Bring Autonomous Robotic Systems to Maritime
Friday 24 Apr 2026

ABS and Fleet Robotics Team Up to Bring Autonomous Robotic Systems to Maritime


Collaboration Announced at Singapore Maritime Week to Support Safe, Scalable Deployment of Robotic Systems in Maritime Operations

ABS News
Drivers urged to help protect the Forest of Dean from litter
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Drivers urged to help protect the Forest of Dean from litter


Residents and motorists are being asked to help protect the natural beauty of the Forest of Dean, as the district council highlights the growing problem of litter along roadsides and verges. 

Forest of Dean District Council News
The sun is out and Dudley’s anti-social behaviour fighting drone has lift off
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

The sun is out and Dudley’s anti-social behaviour fighting drone has lift off


A drone is taking to the sky in Dudley Council’s fight against anti-social behaviour this summer.

Dudley Council News
illegal vapes and activities on High Streets
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

illegal vapes and activities on High Streets


Residents may have seen media coverage relating to illegal vapes and activities on High Streets across the country, including Dudley borough.

Dudley Council News
Liverpool Lime Street travel advice this early May Bank Holiday
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Liverpool Lime Street travel advice this early May Bank Holiday


Rail passengers planning to travel to or from Liverpool during the early May Bank Holiday weekend are being advised to plan ahead when upcoming railway upgrades take place.

Network Rail Media Centre
Nationwide cuts mortgage rates for first-time buyers and home movers
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Nationwide cuts mortgage rates for first-time buyers and home movers


  • Reductions of up to 0.25 percentage points across fixed rate range for new and existing customers
  • Nationwide’s lowest rate now 4.50% for new and existing customers looking to move home
Nationwide Building Society Media Centre
USAA 2025 Annual Report Reflects a Year of Strength, Service and Commitment to Members
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

USAA 2025 Annual Report Reflects a Year of Strength, Service and Commitment to Members


USAA’s financial strength in 2025 enabled record return of $3.8 billion to members and hundreds of millions in financial relief

USAA News
Council action delivers clearer picture and progress supporting young people
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Council action delivers clearer picture and progress supporting young people


A coordinated effort led by Dudley Council is delivering early progress in tackling the number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET), while significantly improving understanding of the issue across the borough.

Dudley Council News
Mark Watson Brings New Stand-Up Show to Stourbridge
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Mark Watson Brings New Stand-Up Show to Stourbridge


Multi-award-winning comedian Mark Watson will bring his latest stand-up show Before It Overtakes Us to Stourbridge Town Hall on Friday 15 May.

Dudley Council News
Postal vote pack guidance issued ahead of local Leeds City Council election
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Postal vote pack guidance issued ahead of local Leeds City Council election


Request to return completed postal votes as soon as possible ahead of election on 7 May

Leeds City Council News
E.ON colleague inspires future innovators with clean energy challenge at Bracken Hill School
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

E.ON colleague inspires future innovators with clean energy challenge at Bracken Hill School


E.ON is continuing to bring its commitment to communities and education to life, with colleagues helping to inspire the next generation of talent through hands-on learning and real-world challenges.

E.ON News
Keith Primary celebrates playground improvements with fun community event
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Keith Primary celebrates playground improvements with fun community event


Keith Primary School was full of energy and excitement on Saturday 18 April as pupils, families and the local community came together to celebrate a range of new improvements to the school playground. 

Moray Council News
Awards for caretakers and concierges celebrate frontline housing staff in Islington
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

Awards for caretakers and concierges celebrate frontline housing staff in Islington


The hardworking staff who look after Islington’s estates were celebrated this week at the Caretaker and Concierge of the Year Awards.

Islington Council News
ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore
Thursday 23 Apr 2026

ABS, Marinteknik, Seatech, and VINSSEN Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Harbor Craft Pilot Study in Singapore


ABS News
Railway improvements delivered in Bedfordshire
Wednesday 22 Apr 2026

Railway improvements delivered in Bedfordshire


Network Rail engineers successfully completed a busy programme of improvement works in Bedfordshire to improve safety, accessibility and reliability for passengers.

Network Rail Media Centre
‘Travelling on Together!’: LNER Shares Key Travel Tips Ahead of Leeds United’s Wembley Visit
Wednesday 22 Apr 2026

‘Travelling on Together!’: LNER Shares Key Travel Tips Ahead of Leeds United’s Wembley Visit


As Leeds United fans prepare for their first FA Cup Semi Final in close to 40 years, train operator LNER has issued some key travel tips to help keep travelling supporters smoothly on the move.

LNER News