At East Midlands Railway (EMR), we’re passionate about putting communities at the heart of everything we do. We are delighted to once again to sponsor the ‘Empowering Diverse Groups’ category at the 2027 Community Rail Awards and are thrilled to celebrate the dedication, creativity and collaboration that drives community rail across the UK. With over 700 station adopters and twelve funded Community Rail Partnerships, we're proud to work alongside local communities to help create a welcoming, inclusive and resilient railway. EMR is delighted to celebrate the achievements of the community rail family, whose tireless efforts strengthen connections between people, places and the railway every day.