The trading name of the Rail Delivery Group, serving England, Scotland and Wales.
The Notting Hill Carnival is under way in London, with the three-day festival drawing crowds for steelpan competitions, parades, and family-friendly events. Reports from The Guardian, BBC, and Independent describe the weekend’s activities, routes, and cultural significance, alongside commemorations for Grenfell victims.
A van was struck by a train at a level crossing in Burscough, Lancashire. The driver died at the scene. Two train passengers suffered minor injuries as emergency services responded. Trains are disrupted with lines blocked between Wigan Wallgate and Southport, and buses are replacing some services.
Transit systems face growing budget strains as agencies seek to curb labor costs, manage maintenance backlogs, and plan for service changes during peak travel periods. Recent reporting shows labor negotiations and scheduled engineering work affecting operations in major hubs.