A Year On, Is South Western Railway Delivering?
Rail minister Peter Hendy says nationalisation is cutting red tape and fast-tracking new trains, but questions remain over reliability and punctuality on the SWR network.
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Scotland's 'Eurostar' Train Launches with £29.90 Tickets
Lumo's new London-Stirling service starts today with fares from £29.90, undercutting rivals. The direct route saves time and money, with trains featuring sleek interiors.
Europe's Most Scenic Train Journeys: Readers' Favorites
From Norway's mountain plateau to Italy's Apennines, readers reveal their top European rail trips for breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences.
HS2 Costs Soar to £102.7bn, Trains Delayed Until 2039
HS2 costs have ballooned to £102.7bn with trains not starting until 2039, prompting calls for cancellation. Critics label it a white elephant, urging funds for hospitals and schools.
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Rail Strike to Disrupt London Euston Travel This Weekend
A TSSA rail strike on June 22-23 will severely reduce services from London Euston. Passengers urged to avoid travel as only limited trains run.
New UK Train Routes: Oxford-Bristol Direct After 23 Years
Explore the biggest new UK train routes launching in 2026, including Oxford-Bristol, Liverpool-Llandudno, Lumo to Scotland, Caledonian Sleeper changes, and the Welsh Tube.
HS2 Costs Soar to £102.7 Billion, Opening Delayed to 2039
HS2 costs have surged to up to £102.7 billion, with opening delayed until 2036-2039. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander confirms no northern leg reinstatement, as cancellation costs nearly match completion.
LIRR Strike Continues: Commuters Face Second Day of Disruption
The Long Island Rail Road strike enters its second day, affecting 250,000 daily riders. Talks stall over wages and healthcare, with no new negotiations scheduled.
LIRR Strike Shuts Down Commuter Rail, Disrupting Thousands
Workers at the Long Island Rail Road went on strike, halting North America's largest commuter rail system, affecting 250,000 daily riders and prompting calls for remote work.
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EU Plans Single Tickets for Cross-Border Rail by 2029
The European Commission proposes new rules allowing single-ticket bookings across multiple rail operators, aiming to simplify cross-border travel and lower prices by 2029.
Thameslink Trains Halted Near Luton After Incident
All Thameslink services between Luton and Bedford are suspended after a person was struck by a train near Luton Airport. Emergency services are at the scene.
Trams: Best Way to Get Britain Moving
Prof Lewis Lesley argues trams offer 90% of metro benefits at 10% cost, urging UK to adopt them like Vienna to ease congestion.
Lorry Stuck in Somerset Sinkhole It Was Sent to Repair
A lorry sent to repair a sinkhole in Somerset became stuck in the hole, tilting at a 45-degree angle. Council officials say the road network is deteriorating rapidly due to weather conditions.
New London-Scotland Trains from £30 Launching May 25
Lumo launches West Coast Main Line service from Euston to Stirling from May 25, with fares starting at £29.90. Trains will serve 12 stations, offering low-cost travel.
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Cambridge South Station Opens June 28 with London Links
Cambridge South station, serving Europe's largest medical research facility, opens June 28 with direct trains to London King's Cross, Liverpool Street, and more.
M5 Closed After Crash: Woman Airlifted with Life-Threatening Injuries
The M5 in Somerset remains closed southbound after a serious collision involving a blue BMW. A woman was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police investigations continue.
GWR renationalisation set for December 2026
Great Western Railways will enter public ownership on December 13, 2026, as part of the UK government's plan to renationalise train services and create Great British Railways.
Australia Budget: $3.8bn for Melbourne Suburban Rail Loop
The federal budget will allocate an additional $3.8bn for Melbourne's controversial Suburban Rail Loop, bringing total federal contributions to over $6bn.
Radio Fault Causes Major Train Disruption in Southern England
A radio system fault is causing severe train disruptions across southern England, affecting seven train companies. Delays of up to 90 minutes are expected throughout the day.
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Time to network the rail: Combine station redevelopments
Peter Hogg argues that London's five major station redevelopments should be coordinated as a single programme to maximise economic growth, housing, and connectivity.
US Cities Far Behind Global Peers in Public Transit
A new report reveals that US cities need $4.6tn to achieve world-class public transit, highlighting stark disparities with European and Asian peers.
Stansted Express Disruption This Weekend
Stansted Airport warns of no direct trains to London Liverpool Street on May 9-10 due to major engineering works. Passengers advised to travel via Cambridge and King's Cross.
Image Released After Train Indecent Exposure in South London
British Transport Police appeal for help identifying a man who exposed himself to a woman on a London Bridge to East Croydon train on April 28.
M4 Relief Road Debate Highlights Wales Economic Challenges
As Senedd elections approach, parties clash over the M4 relief road in Newport, highlighting economic dilemmas and transport woes in Wales.
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East West Rail Line Complete, No Passenger Trains Yet
The East West Rail line linking Oxford to Milton Keynes is finished, but passenger services have been delayed indefinitely, frustrating locals and MPs.
Flying Scotsman Train Service Returns to London
LNER revives the historic Flying Scotsman service with 10am departures from Edinburgh and 10.30am from London starting May 18, featuring Azuma trains and Scottish-themed celebrations.
Denmark Train Crash: Five Critically Injured
At least 18 people were injured, five critically, when two trains collided head-on near Hillerød, Denmark. Investigations into signaling errors are ongoing.
Scotland's 'Eurostar' Train Launching in June with Cheaper Fares
The new Lumo train from London to Stirling, dubbed the 'Eurostar of Scotland', launches in June with fares from £29.90. Tickets may be available from May.
Denmark Train Crash: Four Fight for Life After Collision
A head-on collision between two local trains in Denmark has left four people in critical condition and at least 17 injured. The crash occurred 25 miles north of Copenhagen, prompting a major emergency response.
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London Council Bids for £80M to Fix Bridge Over Tube Tracks
Redbridge Council is submitting an £80 million funding bid to repair Broadmead Road Bridge, closed since 2023 after concrete fell on Central line tracks, affecting local travel and businesses.
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