Transport Publications
26 August 2010
In the first half of this year the compensation payable for Network Changes under Part G was changed. Shortly afterwards ORR issued a determination on what amounts to a Network Change which includes guidance on when changes to Network Rail's operational and maintenance procedures should first be notified under Part G. This briefing provides an overview of these developments which TOCs may now have to keep in mind when Network Rail changes impact on their services.
15 February 2010
The original template agreements introduced by Network Rail in 2006 for use in relation to Asset Protection and rail investment projects (GRIP) have been revised. Following approval by ORR on 5 February 2010 the revised templates are available for use. This briefing is intended to provide a quick refresher on the types of templates available and looks at some of the reasons behind the changes to them.
22 December 2009
On 1 December 2009, the Railway Industry Dispute Resolution Committee (RIDRC) issued a revised version of the claims Allocation and Handling Agreement (CAHA) applicable to the classic (i.e. not HS1) network. This briefing note follows our comments on the proposed changes in June 2008 and describes the key changes and the importance of clarifying the current drafting of the caps.
26 June 2009
The rights of passengers will be bolstered from 3 December 2009 when a new EU Regulation comes into force.
This Regulation will firm up and add to existing compensation, information and assistance obligations. It will directly affect the provision of services to the public.
02 June 2008
In February 2006 the Railway Industry Dispute Resolution Committee (RIDR) sought suggestions from interested parties for amendments to the Claims Allocation and Handling Agreement (CAHA). On 14 May 2008 the RIDR Committee circulated its proposal for amending and updating the Agreement which it plans to consider implementing following a meeting on 2 July 2008.