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MYSTERIOUS: The rail accident investigation branch - You Need To See This

Tube passenger hit by train 'couldn’t escape' due to cable tracks

An investigation found the passenger fell from the platform and was left undiscovered by staff

Evening Standard

Tributes to former Nottingham Forest academy player, 14, fatally struck by train

Joshua Travis was described by family as having an ‘infectious and mischievous smile’

The Independent UK

How remembering railway accidents from 100 years ago can make the industry safer today

According to a recent report, the UK rail industry is a relatively safe environment for both passengers and workers. The findings, from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch, came from data on railway accidents for 2024.

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Probe launched after passenger falls from platform and dies at Ickenham Tube station

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch have launched an investigation into the death

Evening Standard

Elizabeth line passenger thrown to floor when 'confused' driver went through points too fast

Rail watchdog issues safety alert after train went through junction at 20mph faster than safe speed

Evening Standard

London Underground passenger who fell on Tube tracks was run over by four trains after going unnoticed

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch spoke about the risk of reduced attention due to the automation of Tube trains

The Independent UK

Train safety system failed in moments before crash in Wales

The collision occurred when an automated system which helped the train grip the tracks failed

The Independent UK

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Flying Scotsman to carry out tours after passing mechanical inspection

The 100-year-old steam locomotive was involved in a shunt with carriages from another train last Friday.

The Independent UK

Driver ‘tested positive for cocaine’ after crashing train through station buffers

An investigation into the incident in October last year stated the driver did not brake early enough due to ‘losing awareness of the driving task’.

The Independent UK

Rail Investigation findings after tram dragged passenger with trapped walking stick for 3 seconds

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch, which independently investigates accidents to improve railway safety working with the Department for Transport, has now published its investigation into the incident

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