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ORR authorises new platform at Ynyswen Station

17 November 2025
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has authorised significant upgrades to Ynyswen railway station in South Wales, which form part of the Core Valley Lines (CVL) transformation project. They will improve service capacity, accessibility, and deliver a more sustainable and efficient transport network for local communities.

Rail regulator tightening up accessible travel redress rules

29 October 2025
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has made it mandatory for all rail operators to assess redress claims from passengers whose booked assistance failed, on a case-by-case basis. The change is detailed in an update to the regulator’s Accessible Travel Policy (ATP) Guidance.

New streamlined guidance for third party rail investment

24 October 2025
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Rail regulator, the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), today published new streamlined guidance for rail investors, to make it easier for third party investment to take place in rail infrastructure, contributing to economic growth.