Rail passengers

ORR takes formal action against Network Rail to deliver improved performance

29 November 2018
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Passengers rely on both Network Rail and train operators to deliver performance but the role of the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) is to examine Network Rail's contribution. As such, ORR has today taken action against Network Rail to require improvements in its capability to deliver better performance.

ORR reviews rail compensation claims companies

20 November 2018
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today launched a market review into the role played by Delay Repay claims companies in helping passengers claim compensation when journeys are delayed, and, in helping train operators deal with claims more efficiently.

ORR approves passenger-focused plans for improving Scotland’s railway

31 October 2018
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today set out its final determination on Network Rail's £4bn plans to make Scotland's railway more reliable and more focused on passengers' needs. The plans will run for five years from 1 April 2019, known as Control Period 6 (CP6).

ORR approves £35bn plans to boost Britain’s railway reliability and timetabling

31 October 2018
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The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today set out its final determination on Network Rail's £35bn plans (£31bn in England and Wales and £4bn in Scotland) to make Britain's railway more reliable and focused on passengers' needs. The plans cover the five years from 1 April 2019, known as Control Period 6 (CP6).