Additional
Information: Official websites of UK Government regulatory bodies responsible for the railways.
Railways Sites:
Office of the International Rail Regulator Office of the International Rail Regulator: Explains the functions and powers of the regulator of train services between the UK and continental Europe. (Railways) http://www.rail-reg.gov.uk/International_regulation/ir328.html
Rail Passengers Council and Committees Rail Passengers Council and Committees: Independent body established by Parliament to protect and represent UK rail users and interests. Site provides information about the council and its regional committees, their work, rail issues and membership. (Railways) http://www.railpassengers.org.uk/
British Railways Board British Railways Board: Regulates the residual functions of British Rail and the Railway Heritage Committee, British Transport Police and Rail Property Limited. (Railways) http://www.brb.gov.uk/
Department of Transport - Railways Directorate Department of Transport - Railways Directorate: Government department charged with overseeing the railway industry. Site provides details of projects, legislation, rail safety issues and news. (Railways) http://www.railways.dft.gov.uk/index.htm
Office of the Rail Regulator Office of the Rail Regulator: Regulates the railway industry in the United Kingdom. Site provides press information and speeches, information papers and a public register. (Railways) http://www.rail-reg.gov.uk/