New Rail Line for Birmingham and Manchester Announced
The Labour government unveils plans for a major new railway connecting Birmingham and Manchester, reversing the HS2 cancellation. Discover the economic and political strategy behind the move.
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Swedish woman's 5 odd things about UK life
A Swedish expat shares her culture shock after moving to the UK with her British boyfriend, from beans on sandwiches to carpets in bathrooms. Discover the five details she finds most odd.
Government Backs £45bn Northern Powerhouse Rail Plan
The government pledges up to £45bn for Northern Powerhouse Rail, a three-stage plan to connect cities from Liverpool to Newcastle, aiming to reverse decades of underinvestment.
£45bn Northern Rail Overhaul Unveiled After Years of Delay
The Government has unveiled detailed plans for the long-awaited Northern Powerhouse Rail, a £45bn project promising new lines and major upgrades to end decades of underinvestment. Discover how it will change travel.
£45bn Northern Powerhouse Rail Plan Unveiled
The Government unveils a £45bn plan for Northern Powerhouse Rail, promising new lines and upgrades to transform creaking services and boost the economy. Discover the details.
Epic 15-day train journey from London to Portugal launches
A spectacular 15-day rail adventure from London to Portugal's Douro Valley launches, stopping in nine cities across three countries. Discover slow travel at its finest.
Vieve Beauty Brand Lands £9m Investment for Global Expansion
Scottish makeup artist Jamie Genevieve secures a £9 million investment for her vegan beauty brand Vieve, aiming for international store expansion and product innovation. Discover her journey.
PM's Rental Income Doubles National Average
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Copacabana Beach property generated about £75,000 in rental income last year, more than double the typical UK landlord's earnings. Discover the details of his property portfolio.
Union urges end to rail outsourcing after £150m profit reveal
The RMT union calls on the government to halt railway outsourcing after revealing six major contractors made £152m in profits last year. Discover the push for insourcing.
FTSE 100 has best year since 2009, gains 21.5%
The UK's FTSE 100 index surged 21.5% in 2025, its strongest annual performance since 2009, outperforming major US and European rivals. Discover the sectors that drove the growth.
Rail Sale Cuts Millions of Tickets by Over 50%
The Great British Rail Sale returns, cutting millions of advance and off-peak tickets by more than half. Save on travel from 6-12 Jan for journeys until March 2026. Book now!
New Year travel warning as 30 Dec set for road chaos
Britain faces major New Year travel disruption with key rail lines closed, roads at their busiest, and transatlantic flights delayed. Plan your journey now.
Plymouth house prices rise 12.6%, fastest in UK
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025, up 12.6%. Discover the hotspots, London's slump, and the latest property market trends.
London Overground disruption at Stratford after rail fault
Commuters face major delays and cancellations on London Overground services due to a faulty third rail near Stratford. Plan your journey and check for updates.
London Overground disruption at Stratford after rail fault
Commuters face major delays and cancellations on London Overground services due to a third rail fault near Stratford. Plan your journey and check for updates.
UK New Year travel chaos: Rail, road & ferry warnings
Brits face major New Year travel chaos with widespread rail disruptions, road congestion peaks, and ferry cancellations. Here's all you need to know for your journey.
New Contactless Train Rules Cause Soaring Fares for Some
Expansion of contactless pay-as-you-go on UK railways leads to significant fare hikes for some passengers, with MPs warning it risks pricing people off trains. Find out how to secure the cheapest fare.
UK New Year travel hit by rail, road and flight chaos
Network Rail engineering works and severe weather cause major disruption for UK travellers over the New Year period. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
Christmas Rail Disruption Warning for West Coast Main Line
Avanti West Coast warns passengers of major Christmas rail disruption due to Network Rail upgrades. Check your journey before travelling from Dec 24 to Jan 14.
Avanti scraps 'ghost train' plan after passenger uproar
Rail bosses reverse decision to run a Manchester to London commuter service with only staff on board after a major public outcry. The 7am service will now continue for passengers.
Avanti's 7am Manchester-London 'ghost train' saved
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. The sub-two-hour train, vital for business and hospital trips, had faced being axed.
Boy, 14, killed at notorious Nottinghamshire level crossing
A 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper has died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire. The crossing had been subject to repeated safety complaints.
Manchester-London commuter train to run with no passengers
A 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will operate without passengers for up to five months after a rail regulator blocked ticket sales. Discover the impact on commuters.
Empty Manchester-London Train to Run for 5 Months
The 7am Avanti West Coast express from Manchester to London is cut from the December timetable, but the train will run empty for crew logistics. Discover the impact on passengers and taxpayers.
Rail fare freeze saves passengers hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years, saving millions on season tickets and peak travel. Discover what this means for your commute.
English rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
Millions of UK rail passengers to save money as government confirms first fare freeze in three decades, part of the new Great British Railways plan.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.
New Oxford-Milton Keynes Rail Line Delayed Until 2026
A key East West Rail link between Oxford and Milton Keynes faces a 2026 delay due to a 'driver-only operation' dispute with the RMT union, which warns of industrial action. Discover the implications.
Boy, 11, killed on level crossing near Kenley
The family of Jaiden Shehata pay tribute after the 11-year-old was killed on a level crossing in south London. Read the RAIB's safety recommendations.
Egypt launches 250km/h high-speed desert rail network
Egypt prepares to launch a 2,000km high-speed rail network with Siemens Velaro trains, cutting travel times by 50% and emissions by 70%. Discover this transport revolution.
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