Network Rail Unveils £2.8 Billion Battle Plan Against Climate Threats to UK Trains
April 4, 2024Network Rail has recognized the severe threat of climate change to the UK's rail infrastructure.
A £2.8 billion fund is allocated to bolster the rail network against extreme weather over five years.
Investment plans include hiring additional staff, installing CCTV in flood-risk zones, and enhancing overall resilience.
The larger investment strategy involves £45.4 billion, focusing on asset replacement and digital signaling upgrades.
Funding for these initiatives primarily comes from government grants in the UK and Scotland.
The CEO of Network Rail has stressed the critical nature of these investments for maintaining safe and reliable train services.
Recent disruptions due to collapsed embankments underscore the urgency of preparing for and mitigating climate-related risks.
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The Guardian • Apr 3, 2024
Network Rail to spend £2.8bn to cope with effects of climate crisisEvening Standard • Apr 3, 2024
Network Rail ramps up spending on protecting railway from climate changeExpress.co.uk • Apr 3, 2024
The £2.8bn mega-project that will cause chaos but UK trains need to 'stop major disaster'Ground News • Apr 3, 2024
Network Rail to invest 2.8bn on protecting railways from climate change and extreme weather