Network Rail Fined £3.75M for Safety Failures Leading to Worker Deaths

The fine follows the deaths of two track workers in 2019 after systemic safety lapses were uncovered.

Network Rail pleaded guilty to breaching the Health and Safety Act 1974 after two workers were fatally struck by a train in Margam, Wales, in July 2019.
The court found that long-standing safety issues, including inadequate lookout measures and poorly implemented safety protocols, contributed to the fatalities.
The company had been warned of safety risks since 2017 but failed to make adequate improvements before the incident.
The £3.75 million fine reflects the severity of the failings, with the judge noting previous near-misses and insufficient training for workers.
Network Rail has since introduced new safety technologies and practices, but regulators stress the need for continued focus to prevent future tragedies.