We're recruiting our next Deputy Director of Railway Safety. HM Chief Inspector of Railways Richard Hines explains what's involved in the role 👇 Find out more ➡️ orr.gov.uk/about/careers/… #Rail | #Careers

Have you caught up with our September newsletter? Updates include: 🔹 Annual assessment and investigation of National Highways 🔹 Passenger welfare on stranded trains report 🔹 Latest guidance on managing rail staff fatigue Read more ➡ orr.gov.uk/search-news/of…

Every year we review Network Rail's performance across the #railway, including how it has delivered for freight and passenger operators. Read our report ➡️ orr.gov.uk/monitoring-reg… Watch the video for more on rail regulation 👇

Richard Hines, HM Chief Inspector of Railways, discusses the challenges the industry faces, including climate change, and his collaborative approach to addressing these. Read his blog: orr.gov.uk/search-news/ev…

For the last rail period (21 July to 17 August), 10 operators reported that they pre-cancelled (P-coded) services due to non-availability of staff or rolling stock. Only operators with adjusted Cancellations scores are shown in the chart. 📊➡ dataportal.orr.gov.uk/statistics/per…

We are pleased to have authorised a new platform at Aberdare station in South Wales. Our authorisation is a key milestone in getting the new platform ready to open. Details ➡ orr.gov.uk/search-news/or… #Wales #Rail

We know how hard it can be to find the right words to talk openly about how we’re feeling, especially with our friends and family. Our volunteers are here to give you the space to explore your feelings without judgement, and help you find the words. 💚 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Join us in standing with @Samaritans this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💚 Only 45% of people are comfortable talking about suicidal thoughts - it's time we change that. Find out more about how you can be part of this change. 👉 bit.ly/34sfcMK

Our passenger rail performance statistics bear out the reality of many passengers – train reliability is not good enough. Feras Alshaker, ORR Director of Planning & Performance, sets out his view 💬👇

We are pleased to have authorised the new Ashley Down station in Bristol, ahead of its public opening on 28 September. Learn more ➡ orr.gov.uk/search-news/or… 📸: GWR Network Rail

Thank you to all who attended our Managing Rail Staff Fatigue event. Richard Hines, HM Chief Inspector of Railways, highlighted how our recently updated guidance is crucial in helping industry better understand how to manage fatigue risk. Guidance: orr.gov.uk/managing-rail-…

Severn Valley Railway is fined £40,000 after a painter suffered serious injuries in a fall from height incident, following ORR's prosecution.

It’s easy to enter a level crossing when you’re not paying attention, and before you know it, you’ve crossed the line. But remember, you could be risking your life. Take care of yourself and others. Don't lose focus. Stay vigilant. Don’t cross the line without checking it’s safe.

We're looking forward to #HighwaysUK next month. Our Highways team will join people from across the road industry at the 2-day event in Birmingham. ORR's chief executive John Larkinson will take part in a keynote panel. Agenda 👉 terrapinn.com/exhibition/hig…

This week I’m representing ORR at the International Railway Safety Council 2024, where I’ll be hearing from experts talking about safety and new technologies. ORR