We regulate the rail industry's health and safety performance, we hold Network Rail and High Speed 1 (HS1) to account and we make sure that the rail industry is competitive and fair. We are also the monitor of National Highways and we have economic regulatory functions in relation to railways in Northern Ireland and for the northern half of the Channel Tunnel, situated in the UK.
Who we are and what we do infographic.
Our functions
Our safety and economic functions are driven by EU and UK legislation – and we are accountable to Parliament and the public. This provides an overview of our role.
Our strategy
Our long-term vision for the mainline railway industry is a partnership of Network Rail, operators, suppliers and funders working together to deliver a safe, high performing, efficient and developing railway.
The law and our duties
We operate within the framework set by UK and European legislation and we are accountable through Parliament and the courts.