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Chiltern Railways staff to strike over driver-only operation
Chiltern Railways services will be affected by strike action on October 10th and 17th, 2026. RMT union members are protesting planned driver-only operation for East West Rail, citing safety risks.
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Tube & Rail · West LondonGWR trains diverted to Euston during Dolphin Junction repairs
Great Western Railway services will be diverted to London Euston instead of Paddington on several weekends in late 2026 due to essential repairs at Dolphin Junction. The £27.8 million project will also see the Elizabeth line closed between Maidenhead/Heathrow and Paddington.
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East West Rail uses thermal drones for wildlife surveys
East West Rail is employing thermal-imaging drones for pre-construction ecological surveys to accelerate site clearance and reduce wildlife disturbance. The technology helps identify active nests and fauna, particularly on larger sites where ground-nesting birds are a concern.
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