Burst pipe floods London station, rail chaos until Christmas Eve
Major rail disruption on key London route after burst water pipe submerges tracks at Rye House. No trains between Liverpool Street and Hertford East until Dec 24.
Major rail disruption on key London route after burst water pipe submerges tracks at Rye House. No trains between Liverpool Street and Hertford East until Dec 24.
Glasgow's historic subway system is set for a revolutionary upgrade, with autonomous trains rolling out in late 2026. Discover the safety features and what it means for passengers.
London and Manchester police announce a tougher stance on pro-Palestine protests, vowing to arrest those using the phrase 'globalise the intifada'. The move follows antisemitic attacks abroad.
UK police vow to arrest protesters chanting 'globalise the intifada' following the Bondi Beach terror attack, stating the 'context has changed'. Read the latest on the crackdown.
Budget rail operator Lumo launches a new London to Glasgow service with tickets from £33.10, offering a cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Tragedy as Jana Bahvalova, 29, is found in Bridgewater Canal after failing to collect her daughters. Police investigate the death of the 'quiet, kind and gentle' Latvian mother.
A direct commuter rail link from Eastbourne to London Bridge has been restored, serving nine towns and villages. The service, scrapped during Covid, is a major win for East Sussex commuters.
An 18-year-old woman has been bailed following chaotic scenes in Manchester city centre where a car was driven erratically into crowds. One man was hospitalised. Read the latest.
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
Explore six compelling long reads, from a visionary train journey and the search for 'Sky Boys' to the surprising hunt for wallabies in the English countryside. Discover these stories now.
Police have recovered a body from Salford Quays near Media City. A major emergency response was launched, and an investigation is now underway. Get the latest updates.
Direct high-speed rail services from London to Cologne and Frankfurt are being explored, cutting journey times. Plans for Berlin are on hold due to commercial viability. Read the latest.
Plans for contactless tap-in tap-out travel to Stansted and Southend airports are delayed until summer 2026 due to technical issues. Find out which stations are affected.
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct and bribery. Police are also involved.
A senior police commander sent explicit photos to a junior female officer. He retired hours before a gross misconduct hearing and has now been barred. Read the full story.
Phil Taylor, the charismatic Greater Manchester headteacher who regularly challenged education ministers on television, has died aged 81. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Police have been granted more time to question a man arrested over the Heaton Park synagogue terror attack in Manchester that left two dead. Read the latest updates.
Avanti's fastest 7am Manchester to London service is axed but will run empty for over 100 journeys. Discover why this decision is costing taxpayers and frustrating businesses.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack connected to the deadly Manchester synagogue assault. Police continue their investigation.
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.
Adam Moore-Lynch sentenced to over five years for defrauding 50 victims in a £1.2m luxury watch scam. Discover the full story of the Manchester Watch Hub fraud.
Members of Manchester's Heaton Park Synagogue speak out on their lack of safety and the 'moral failing' seven weeks after a deadly attack. Read their powerful story and plea for change.
Discover Swanley, the Kent commuter town with a London postcode, 20-minute trains to London Bridge, and average house prices £230k cheaper than the capital.
The launch of East West Rail services between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces delays until at least 2026 amid a dispute over driver-only operated trains. Learn how this impacts the region's transport plans.
Holidaymakers rejoice! Contactless card payments are finally arriving at London Stansted and Southend airport railway stations from December 14, ending years of frustration.
Sadiq Khan warns automating just three Tube lines could cost £20bn as experts debate feasibility of driverless trains on London's complex network. Discover the future of urban transport.
Ashford International Station's Eurostar closure since 2020 costs £126m yearly in lost visitors. Residents describe a 'ghost town' as M&S leads business exodus. Hope remains with 2026 review.
A pilot in his 60s miraculously escaped injury after his gyrocopter experienced trouble mid-air and performed an emergency landing near Bolton. Read the full details.
Commuters faced travel nightmare during Tuesday morning rush hour as one of London's busiest stations was forced to close due to a faulty escalator, causing widespread disruption across the rail network.
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