The Latest Breaking News from The Rail Accident Investigation Branch

Bedford train sped up past red signal warning before fatal crash, investigators say

East Midlands Railway said the company recognises the serious and lasting impact this ‘tragic incident’ had on many people

The Independent UK · Oct 1

Train derailment probe focusing on hot weather as track appears to have buckled

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch said its investigation into the crash in Lewes, East Sussex on August 13 will consider the weather.

Evening Standard · Aug 19

Track defect found on railway line where Lewes train derailed

Rail Accident Investigation Branch says fault was there before carriages fell, and passengers on other trains reported ‘rough riding’

The Independent UK · Aug 19

Investigation into fatal train crash continues as nine in critical condition

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) said will conduct a ‘full, independent safety investigation’ into the crash.

Evening Standard · Jun 20

Fatal train crash could have been avoided if driver had used emergency brake system, investigation finds

Passenger David Tudor Evans, 66, died ‘as a consequence of the collision’, the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) said

The Independent UK · Jun 17

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 · Mar 6

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 · Nov 29, 2025

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.

The Conversation · Jun 4, 2025

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 · Apr 16, 2025

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 · Jan 27, 2025