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Rail Campus Derby launch

Rail Campus Derby officially launched

Local government partners and rail industry leaders came together to speak about this unique opportunity and what it means for the future of our railway

Train Travel Snapshot Apr-Jun 2024

Business travel by rail grows 21% year-on-year

  • Rail passenger revenue from business travel grew by 21% in April – June (Q1) 2024, compared with the same period last year, analysis of the latest rail statistics by Great British Railways Transition Team (GBRTT) shows.
  • Choosing rail travel over a petrol or diesel car results in lower carbon emissions for 93.8% of business journeys across Britain, research shows.
  • Commuting (+7%) and leisure travel (+7%) also saw a year-on-year uplift.
  • Leisure travel boosted as global megastar Taylor Swift played to sold out crowds across the UK in early summer.
photo next stop your future launch

Next stop – a more inclusive and representative railway!

  • 'Next Stop - Your Future' launched, empowering learners with new skills and experiences, to drive positive change both within their organisations and across the industry