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RMT union to strike on Sunday 30 August, Monday 31 August, Wednesday 16 September and Thursday 17 September

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:00:00 Z

Reminder: RMT strike action to affect EMR services on 15 August

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:03:00 Z

Members from the RMT union will strike on 15 August.
EMR will operate a significantly reduced timetable starting at 07:00 and finishing before 19:00 on its Intercity and Connect routes.
In addition to strike action, the RMT has also notified EMR that members will be taking Action Short of Strike (ASOS), from Sunday 9 to Friday 14 August (inclusive) and from Sunday 16 August until further notice.
Trains may be subject to short notice alterations and cancellations.
Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates.

EMR to step up Intercity timetable from 31 August following improved service stability

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:59:00 Z

• EMR to take first step towards restoring its Intercity timetable following a period of improved service stability under the current temporary reduced timetable.
• Intercity services will increase from 87% to 92% of the planned timetable from Monday, 31 August.
• Reinstatement of key services for Sheffield and Nottingham, including eight weekday and four weekend services previously fully cancelled.
• EMR thanks customers for their patience while it continues to work with Hitachi Rail to improve fleet performance and reliability.

High temperatures trigger timetable changes on EMR network on 12 and 13 August

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:12:00 Z

Customers urged to check before you travel on Wednesday 12 August
Essential travel only advice in place on Thursday 13 August
If travel is essential, customers are encouraged to travel before 12:00 noon, to avoid the highest temperatures.
Customers should expect disruption across the network.
To help maintain fleet availability across the network, Regional services between Sheffield and Liverpool will be suspended on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 August
Regional services between Nottingham and Worksop and Nottingham and Leicester will be suspended from 12:00 noon on Thursday 12 August
EMR is working closely with Network Rail to monitor conditions and keep services running safely.

EMR statement following this weekend's strike action

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:59:00 Z

Reminder: RMT strike action to affect EMR services on 8 and 15 August

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:21:00 Z

Members from the RMT union will strike on Saturday, 8 and 15 August.
EMR will operate a significantly reduced timetable starting at 07:00 and finishing before 19:00 on its Intercity and Connect routes.
In addition to strike action, the RMT has also notified EMR that members will be taking Action Short of Strike (ASOS), from Sunday 2 to Friday 7 August (inclusive), Sunday 9 to Friday 14 August (inclusive) and from Sunday 16 August until further notice. Trains may be subject to short notice alterations and cancellations.
Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates.

Travelling to Skegness by train this summer? Book in advance to guarantee your place

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:30:00 Z

Customers are encouraged to book in advance to guarantee their trip to the seaside
Queuing systems are in place at Nottingham and Skegness, with customers holding pre-booked tickets able to use the fast-track queue
Customers are reminded to pack as light as possible, with the recommendation of one bag per person
Top travel tips include advice on packing light and guidance for those bringing bedding

Reminder: RMT strike action to affect EMR services on 1, 8 and 15 August - with no first class available on days affected

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:47:00 Z

Members from the RMT union will strike on Saturday 1, 8 and 15 August.
EMR will operate a significantly reduced timetable starting at 07:00 and finishing before 19:00 on its Intercity and Connect routes.
EMR will temporarily declassify First Class on its Intercity services during strike days
In addition to strike action, the RMT has also notified EMR that members will be taking Action Short of Strike (ASOS), from Sunday 2 to Friday 7 August (inclusive), Sunday 9 to Friday 14 August (inclusive) and from Sunday 16 August until further notice. Trains may be subject to short notice alterations and cancellations.
Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates.
Regional services are not affected.

RMT strike action to affect EMR services on 1, 8 and 15 August

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:37:00 Z

Members from the RMT union will strike on Saturday 1, 8 and 15 August.
EMR we will be operating a significantly reduced timetable between 07:00 and 19:00 on its Intercity and Connect routes.
In addition to strike action, the RMT has also notified EMR that members will be taking Action Short of Strike (ASOS), from Sunday 2 to Friday 7 August (inclusive), Sunday 9 to Friday 14 August (inclusive) and from Sunday 16 August until further notice. Trains may be subject to short notice alterations and cancellations.
Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates.
Regional services are not affected.
No rail replacement buses will be available.

EMR to introduce temporary Intercity timetable following fleet performance and reliability issues in service

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:13:00 Z

• EMR has announced a temporary reduced Intercity timetable from Monday, July 20.
• Decision follows service reliability issues with Hitachi Rail’s new Class 810 fleet and their maintenance of EMR’s existing Class 222 fleet.
• Reduced timetable will remain in place while EMR works with the manufacturer, Hitachi Rail, to resolve disruption for customers as soon as possible.
• EMR apologises to customers who have been affected by the recent disruption and is committed to restoring a reliable service.