Latest News
This section of our site gives all of our latest news and press releases on changes and improvements to Southeastern train services as well as articles on the transport industry as a whole.
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Over a thousand people visit Inspiration train over two days at Margate station
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29 Jul 2025Southeastern launches summer recruitment drive in Tonbridge
- Southeastern is hosting a recruitment open day on 12 August.
- A variety of roles are available in Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge, from platform staff to ticket offices.
- Event comes as Southeastern sees doubling in job applications to 30,000.
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28 Jul 2025Trains running through the Blackheath tunnel again following pioneering repair work to boost performance
10-week programme of essential repairs on 175-year old Victorian structure comes to an end as trains between Blackheath and Charlton stations resume.
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23 Jul 2025Over a thousand people visit Inspiration train over two days at Margate station
Special train showcasing the past, present and future of our railway attracts young people to careers on the network, with the Bluebell Railway the next stop on the tour.
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23 Jul 2025South Eastern Railway and Thameslink issue early notice of major engineering work through Dartford next year
- Network Rail engineers will carry out essential work from Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd February 2026.
- Buses to replace trains at the stations between Gravesend and Dartford to Slade Green, Barnehurst and Crayford, over the February half-term 2026.
- South Eastern Railway and Thameslink are giving advance notice to passengers to help them plan ahead.
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22 Jul 2025Southeastern partners with Missing People to protect lives on the railway
- Additional support for people in crisis to be rolled out across Kent, parts of Sussex and south-east London.
- Help for vulnerable people to return home safely, alongside helpline funding and additional staff training.
- Initiative funded through £49,500 grant from Southeastern’s Customer and Community Improvement fund (CCIF).
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17 Jul 2025Railway closing this autumn between Tunbridge Wells, Hastings and Bexhill for essential improvement work
Southeastern and Southern passengers are being asked to plan ahead over the October half term.
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12 Jul 2025South Eastern Railway invests in next generation of rail talent with new careers and skills hub
- Connect 38 brings together recruitment, training and digital learning to help support a skilled, agile and modern railway
- New facility supports commitment to growth, opportunity and social mobility
- Rail Minister joins colleagues to celebrate investment in future recruits and current colleagues
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11 Jul 2025Major upgrade of lifts at Sevenoaks station starts this summer
One of Kent's busiest stations will have its lifts replaced, with alternative arrangements in place for passengers who require extra assistance
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10 Jul 2025Step Behind the Scenes: Southeastern's Exclusive Railway 200 Depot Open Day
- Celebrate 200 years of railway history – Southeastern is opening the doors to Ashford Train Maintenance Centre for a special behind-the-scenes open day
- Thousands of visitors will have a rare chance to get up close with a range of trains and see what it takes to keep one of the country’s biggest and busiest operators running
- Tickets on sale now, but expected to sell out quickly – buy yours today
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09 Jul 2025Free youth summer sport events to tackle anti-social behaviour near Southeastern stations
- Sports Connect to offer a programme of free sporting events for young people across Kent.
- Sessions aim to reduce antisocial behaviour by offering fun activities, coaching qualifications and workshops to deter trespassing.
- Project funded through a £48,000 grant from the Customer and Communities Fund