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To mark the beginning of Rail Safety Week, the Rail Safe Friendly Programme will hold a networking event for its partners at the Avanti West Coast First Class Lounge in Crewe on Monday, June 16th. The event will provide a valuable opportunity for partners dedicated to enhancing rail safety to connect and receive updates. Since … Read more
Faced with over 19,300 trespass incidents on the UK rail network in 2023/24 (Source: Network Rail), a wave of youthful creativity has risen to champion safety. The BackTrack Competition, challenging young people to craft impactful anti-trespass messages, proudly unveils its 2025 winners! This year’s competition saw an explosion of talent, with primary (under 11) and … Read more
The Rail Safe Friendly Programme has been incredibly active over the past six months, attending some fantastic events like TransCityRail Midlands, the Spotlight Rail Awards, TOCTalk, RIN Glasgow and a Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons. We’ve had the opportunity to connect with many valuable partners and work towards our goal of delivering rail … Read more
The Rail Safe Friendly Programme is proud to introduce its team of passionate ambassadors, each dedicated to bringing crucial rail safety information to schools across the region. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and personal commitment to the mission of educating and protecting young people near railways. Meet the Ambassadors: Liz Ballantyne: A driving … Read more
As part of Rail Safety Week and during Rail Live, the Rail Safe Friendly Programme is excited to present “Parent Day” on Thursday 19th June. This initiative is designed as a dedicated day for families to champion rail safety within their communities. The primary goal of Parent Day is to increase the number of schools … Read more
As a prominent long-distance passenger train operator, CrossCountry plays a vital role in the rail landscape, providing an impressive 240 services each weekday. This extensive network translates to more than 42 million passenger journeys annually, highlighting their dedication to connecting people across the country while ensuring a safe and efficient travel experience. Their involvement in … Read more
We are thrilled to announce a major milestone for the Rail Safe Friendly programme! Network Rail Western Route has become our very first PLATINUM partner, an elevation from their previous Gold level status. This incredible achievement highlights their unwavering dedication to promoting rail safety. The team at Network Rail Western Route, led by Steve Melanophy, … Read more
Railway 200 is here, and celebrations are gearing up to mark this historic milestone! We’re inviting organisations involved in Railway 200 for an online interview to showcase the incredible events and activities planned across the rail industry. This is your chance to discuss your involvement, highlight planned events, and share your contributions to this commemorative … Read more
COMET is proud to announce its partnership with the Rail Safe Friendly (RSF) Programme, an initiative delivering crucial rail safety education to schools across the UK. This collaboration aims to raise awareness of railway dangers and promote safety among children, teachers, and communities. Click here to read more about COMET’s involvement, the importance of rail … Read more
Schweizer Electronic, a family-owned company deeply committed to rail safety, is actively advancing safety awareness and career opportunities in the railway industry through its engagement with the Rail Safe Friendly programme. Neil Bradbury, Managing Director of Schweizer Electronic emphasised the company’s dedication, stating, “Rail safety is a passion of mine. We focus on keeping workers … Read more
Roy Rowlands, Business Development Director at Cognitive Media, first learned about the Rail Safe Friendly Programme during a conversation with Neil Bradbury from Schweizer Electronics. This encounter sparked a realisation for Roy, particularly as a father, about the lack of awareness surrounding the programme. He reflected on how many other parents might also be unaware … Read more
In 2023, we launched the Rail Safe Friendly programme, a heartfelt initiative inspired by the tragic loss of 11-year-old Harrison Ballantyne. Harrison’s life was cut short when he was electrocuted by overhead power lines while trying to retrieve a lost football in a rail freight depot. The incident, which involved a shocking 25,000 volts, left … Read more
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