Earlier today, NSAR Chief Executive Neil Robertson appeared before the Transport Select Committee as part of its inquiry, Rail investment pipelines: ending boom and bust. […]
NSAR Member Update: Neil Robertson Gives Evidence to the Transport Select Committee Read more »
This week, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, outlined the government’s spending plans for the remainder of this Parliament. This briefing details the key
Spending Review 2025: Impact on Rail Read more »
02 June 2025 – NSAR and the rebranded Railway Study Network (RSN) (formerly Railway Study Association and Forum) today announce a strategic partnership. This will
PRESS RELEASE: Strategic partnership between NSAR and Railway Study Network Read more »
It’s time again to complete NSAR’s Rail Workforce Survey. Each year, railway organisations across the industry contribute by submitting their workforce data. NSAR collates this information
NSAR Rail Workforce Survey 2025 – submit your data Read more »
NSAR has responded to the government’s Railway Fit for the Future consultation. Welcoming the launch of the consultation as a vital step towards long-overdue rail
POLICY UPDATE: NSAR response to railway reform consultation Read more »
Earlier today, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring Statement. The key takeaway from the announcement is that the UK’s economic growth forecast
Spring Statement 2025: Key announcements and impact on rail Read more »
The Employment Rights Bill is progressing through the House of Commons and aims to fulfil the government’s commitment to “make work pay”. Key provisions include
POLICY UPDATE: Employment Rights Bill Read more »
Secunda is a Project Management degree apprentice, with NSAR as part of our scheme as a flexi-job apprenticeship agency. She is employed by NSAR and
Case study: Secunda – Project Management apprentice Read more »
Sam joined NSAR in 2021 as a Data Analyst apprentice in the Workforce Planning team. He has recently finished his apprenticeship with First-Class Honours. The
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The government has announced measures to reform the apprenticeship system, aiming to increase flexibility, reduce bureaucracy and boost economic growth. The Secretary of State for
POLICY UPDATE: Apprenticeship reforms Read more »
Following the success of the pilot, applications have opened for a second cohort of apprentices to join the innovative PlanBEE Rail programme established by Network
PRESS RELEASE: PlanBEE Rail launches the second cohort of project management apprentices Read more »
This week, 10-16 February, is National Apprenticeship Week. NSAR is getting involved by promoting the value of apprenticeships and how businesses can find support. The
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