Rail passengers

Access charges framework for the national rail network.

This page contains details of current projects, policy documents and statements regarding access to the rail network.

Details of all the new, major, upgraded or renewed infrastructure or rolling stock projects we have authorised into service since 2019.

Details of ORR health and safety prosecutions resulting in conviction since 1 April 2006.

As the combined safety and economic regulator for Britain’s railway, we reviewed how costs and benefits are assessed for safety initiatives, and whether reasonable practicability is systematically tested by dutyholders.

Covering funding for the period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2030, also known as control period 4 (CP4).

Our research and findings on the transparency of online rail ticket fees.