Train Driver Age Lowered to 18 in Government Plan
The UK government is advancing plans to reduce the minimum age for train drivers from 20 to 18, aiming to address workforce shortages and boost youth employment in the rail sector.
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Judge Reverses Trump's Freeze on $16bn Tunnel Funds
A federal judge has overturned a Trump administration freeze on $16bn for the Gateway Project, a vital rail tunnel linking New York and New Jersey, amid reports of renaming demands.
Rail Sabotage Hits Italy During Winter Olympics
Suspected arsonists have damaged railway cables in Italy, causing severe delays on the first day of the Winter Olympics, with police investigating the incident as deliberate sabotage.
Hammersmith Bridge Spend Tops £50m Since Closure
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has spent over £50 million on the Grade II*-listed bridge since its 2019 closure to vehicles, with total restoration costs estimated at £250 million.
Chemical Attack on Rail Worker at Blackfriars Station
Police continue to search for a suspect who sprayed chemicals in a rail worker's eyes at Blackfriars station in London, causing severe burns and vision loss.
Rail Chaos in South East England After Derailment
Passengers face cancellations and delays on Southern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express services due to a train derailment in Selhurst and signal failures, with disruption expected throughout Wednesday.
Train Derailment Causes Rail Chaos in South London
A train derailment near Selhurst Depot has blocked key lines, causing severe delays across South London and into central areas, with no injuries reported.
Rail 'Do Not Travel' Alert After Derailment & Fault
Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services face severe disruption after a train derailment and signalling fault across south-east England, with operators urging passengers not to travel.
London Rail Chaos After Selhurst Train Derailment
Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services face severe delays and cancellations after a train derailed near Selhurst Depot, blocking lines to London Bridge and Norwood Junction.
UK Rail Chaos: 'Do Not Travel' Warning Issued
Southern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express urge passengers to avoid travel due to a derailment and signalling faults, causing widespread delays across south-east England.
LNER's New Serenza Trains Feature Lie-Flat Seats
LNER reveals its Serenza fleet with lie-flat business class seats, free water stations, and enhanced accessibility for East Coast Main Line routes.
Rail Passengers Miss £80m in Delay Compensation Yearly
Rail passengers lose £80m annually in unclaimed delay compensation due to complex forms and multiple accounts. Trainline campaigns for one-click claims to simplify the process.
Rail Nationalisation Progress: Assessing Public Ownership
Britain's major rail operators are gradually returning to public hands under Labour's plan. This analysis examines the progress, performance data, and challenges of creating a unified national railway system by 2027.
UK's Most Dangerous Train Stations: Police Data Reveals Top 30
British Transport Police discloses stations with highest crime rates including sexual assaults, violence and theft. London hubs dominate list with Euston recording over 1,500 offences.
SNCF Proposes Adults-Only Carriages for Child-Free Spaces
French rail operator SNCF considers introducing adults-only carriages to create child-free public spaces, sparking debate on inclusivity and social norms.
Passenger Safely Removes Snake from Australian Train
A courageous train passenger in Australia captured a snake on a station platform and relocated it to safety, preventing potential danger to commuters.
Two More Train Companies Nationalised in UK
London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway become latest operators brought into public ownership as part of Great British Railways rollout, with more nationalisations planned for 2026.
Forgotten Tube Line That Might Have Replaced Elizabeth Line
A 1980s proposal for a Chelsea-Hackney rail link was reportedly dismissed by Margaret Thatcher, potentially preempting the need for today's Elizabeth line infrastructure project.
Camden Fire Causes Major Rail Disruption
A significant fire in Camden has caused ongoing travel disruption, affecting multiple rail services from London Euston, with delays expected to continue throughout Friday night.
Stonehaven Train Crash Inquiry: Key Findings Emerge
The fatal accident inquiry into the 2020 Stonehaven train derailment has heard Network Rail placed 'too much reliance' on contractor Carillion, which built a faulty drainage system leading to the tragedy that claimed three lives.
Camden Fire Halts West Coast Mainline, Disrupts Rail Services
A significant blaze in Camden, north London, has forced the partial closure of the West Coast Mainline, causing widespread disruption to Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, London Overground, and Southern services across England.
First-Class Returns to Chiltern Railways After 10 Years
Chiltern Railways reintroduces first-class travel on commuter routes to London, offering upgraded amenities but no catering, amid mixed reactions from experts and passengers.
Euston Trains Cancelled After Chalk Farm Fire
A commercial building fire near Regent's Park Road in Chalk Farm has caused severe cancellations and delays at London Euston station, with disruption expected until 3pm.
Manchester to London Flight Cheaper Than Train
A content creator discovered flying from Manchester to London Heathrow cost £57, undercutting train fares from Huddersfield by £6, highlighting UK transport pricing disparities.
Spain's Rail Safety Crisis: Pride vs Infrastructure Neglect
Following two deadly train crashes in Spain, the nation's pride in its extensive high-speed network faces scrutiny over maintenance underinvestment and political point-scoring.
V-Set's Final Journey: Train Fans Say Goodbye in Style
Hundreds of rail enthusiasts gathered in Lithgow for the last ride of NSW's oldest electric train, the V-set, celebrating its retro charm and comfortable purple seats before retirement.
Trainline Campaigns for Delay Repay Reform
Trainline launches 'Fair Play on Delay Repay' campaign urging government to simplify compensation after passengers miss out on £80m annually due to bureaucratic claims processes.
SWR Weekend Disruption: Waterloo to Clapham Junction
South Western Railway passengers face significant service changes this weekend due to engineering works, with closures between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction affecting multiple routes.
Child-Free Train Spaces Trigger French Family Debate
SNCF's new child-free train tariff between Paris and Lyon has ignited controversy in France, challenging the nation's family-friendly reputation amid declining birthrates.
Quiet Carriage Preaching Divides Opinion on Train Rules
A passenger preaching in a quiet carriage on Avanti West Coast has ignited debate over written and unwritten train etiquette rules, dividing opinions on acceptable behaviour.
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