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3 days ago

Rail union reports 'escalation' in train violence

The level of violence on Southern and Gatwick Express services and stations has reached a crisis point and is totally unacceptable. Our members are being assaulted, threatened and abused at work and the company is not doing enough to stop it.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Children dancing and taking selfies on railway line causes closure of crossing

The closure of Wantage Road Crossing in Oxfordshire was prompted by dangerous behavior of children on the railway tracks.
Ruby on Rails
fromianVisits
1 month ago

New railway accident database sheds light on forgotten worker tragedies

A new database reveals thousands of railway staff injuries and fatalities, aiming to improve awareness of their safety in historical reports.
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fromInverse
3 months ago

Netflix Just Quietly Released The Most Awesomely Ludicrous Action Thriller Of The Year

Bullet Train Explosion is a remake of a classic Japanese film featuring a train bomb threat, emphasizing railway professionalism and safety.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Train crash that caused 100,000 in damage could have been avoided if staff followed rules -report

A timber train collided with an Intercity Railcar in Westport, leading to ongoing investigations and safety recommendations.
Damage from the collision is estimated at €100,000 with a comprehensive investigation underway.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Workers Strike Across Greece on Anniversary of Deadly Train Crash

Greece's general strike on the railway disaster anniversary highlights ongoing public anger over accountability and safety reforms.
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fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Network Rail fined 3.41m over track worker's death

Network Rail fined £3.41 million for the death of a track worker due to safety breaches during inspections.
fromianVisits
5 months ago

Railway trespasser who brought rush hour trains to a standstill sentenced to 18 months

A railway trespasser caused £1.2 million in delays and was jailed for 18 months after a dangerous chase across live railway tracks.
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