Network Rail
Proper noun
Meaning
Network Rail
(rail transport, UK) The government-owned company that owns and manages the infrastructure on the railway network in Britain used by TOCs (train operating companies).
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A statement from Network Rail stressed that safety measures could not fully guard against the irresponsible use of crossing.
A spokesman for the organisation said: 'Network Rail is urging cyclists and pedestrians to use level crossings safely after shocking CCTV footage shows people recklessly misusing a crossing in East Yorkshire.
Clarify timeframe Proposals are still progressing for the north of Westgate, the south bank and the station quarter, where Network Rail is preparing a major mixed use development.
In an exclusive interview, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps told us: “Network Rail have so far advised us there is sufficient funding within their current regulatory settlement to implement the immediate measures.
Hundreds of trains face being cancelled or severely delayed at the weekend, after 3,500 - 27 per cent of the UK's train services – were axed or very late on Sunday during Ciara, Network Rail data showed.
"I’ve already spoken to Grant Shapps, who has spoken to Network Rail and the British Transport who are obviously investigating and assisting.