EMR has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.
The Covenant is a national commitment to ensuring that those who serve, or have served, in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged as a result of their service.
EMR will work closely with Transport UK Group and industry partners to promote opportunities for veterans and service leavers.
First train in £30 million programme to modernise the EMR Connect fleet.
Refurbishment will improve customer experience with redesigned interior, including new 2+2 seating.
Other improvements upgraded luggage facilities, power and USB charging points, improved passenger information systems, refreshed interiors and enhanced accessibility features.
First newly refurbished trains will enter service next month.
Members of the RMT union will take strike action over the Bank Holiday weekend, affecting services on Sunday 30 and Monday 31 August.
EMR will operate a significantly reduced timetable with trains running from approximately 08:00 and finishing before 19:00.
Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential on these dates and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling.
Customers affected by the East Coast Main Line closure should not plan to travel with EMR via Sheffield/ Nottingham and London St Pancras.
