News

• EMR has doubled the amount of body-worn cameras for its staff 
• Body-worn video helps safeguard colleagues and passengers by acting as a deterrent and capturing robust evidence
• The cameras are just one part of EMR’s THINK campaign, which aims to reduce abuse towards staff and customers.
• EMR is working closely with the British Transport Police and trade union representatives to deliver the project collaboratively.

• EMR welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is keen to hear from early-career applicants
• Learn on the job, gaining hands on experience working at our maintenance depots in either Derby or Nottingham
• Recruitment drive launches with new information session and depot tours to support applicants

• No EMR services will run North of Sheffield between Saturday 14 and Sunday 22 February 
• Customers can still travel to Manchester but journeys will look different and take longer 
• EMR customers advised to travel via Chesterfield where a rail replacement bus will take them to Manchester 

• EMR release final chapter of its Aurora documentary 
• Chapter features frontline staff training to work the new trains 
• Five Aurora units are now in service at various times throughout the week

• Tenth consecutive year EMR has secured certification
• Certification awarded to outstanding employers committed to people-oriented practice
• Award demonstrates how EMR and Transport UK’s approach directly supports safe, reliable services and sustainable outcomes

• Lounge provides focal point for customers who require assistance
• Designed to be spacious and relaxing
• Includes accessible seating with integrated charging points and generous space for wheelchair users

• EMR has completed a £250,000 project to revamp Beeston station
• Improvements include included resurfacing and remodelling the forecourt, new cycle shelter and planters 
• New lighting and additional seating also installed 

• EMR to close access to platforms from the station’s footbridge at weekends starting from February 6 
• Changes informed by data showing a significant reduction in assaults when footbridge closed 
• Restrictions will improve security and safety, deter vandalism and reduce fare evasion
• EMR has improved station signage, wayfinding, and guidance for access to nearby taxis and services
• Footbridge's right of way to be maintained

• EMR and the ArtWorks Together Festival have teamed up to unveil a new piece of artwork
• Artwork explores the theme of travelling from a neurodivergent perspective

• EMR is again joining Samaritans to tackle Blue Monday over a cuppa
• The operator will be running special Brew Trains, handing out free drinks and providing information on support
• Stands will also be in place at stations to promote Brew Monday
• A choir, helping to promote a sense of community and togetherness, will also be performing at St Pancras station as part of the day