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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£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.
Leeds United's Elland Road expansion gets green light
Leeds United secure planning permission to redevelop Elland Road, boosting capacity to 53,000 and achieving UEFA Category Four status. A historic day for the club's future.
Elland Road Expansion to 53,000 Seats Approved
Leeds United secure planning permission to redevelop Elland Road, boosting capacity to 53,000 and achieving UEFA Category Four status. Discover the details of this historic stadium expansion.
Terry Yorath, Wales and Leeds United Legend, Dies Aged 75
Tributes pour in for Welsh football icon Terry Yorath, who has died at 75. The former Wales manager and Leeds United star's family says he will be 'reunited' with his late son Daniel.
Terry Yorath, Wales Football Icon, Dies Aged 75
Wales and Leeds United legend Terry Yorath has died aged 75. His family, including daughter Gabby Logan, pay tribute to a loving father who endured profound personal tragedy.
Major Leeds scrapyard fire prompts urgent health warning
A huge fire at a Leeds scrapyard has triggered an urgent warning for residents to close windows and doors. Eight fire engines are tackling the blaze on Knowsthorpe Road.
Three men arrested over Leeds shopping centre sex assault
West Yorkshire Police have detained three men after two schoolgirls were sexually assaulted at Seacroft shopping centre in Leeds. Enquiries are ongoing. Call 101 with info.
Bradford's City of Culture year ends, legacy questions remain
Bradford's transformative City of Culture year has concluded, leaving a legacy of 5,000 events and £51m spent. Can the city's hyper-local 'levelling up' agenda translate into sustainable, long-term uplift for one of the UK's most deprived areas? Read the
Bradford Crash: Car Overturned on Swain House Road
Emergency services rushed to a serious crash on Swain House Road in Bradford after a car overturned. Get the latest updates on the incident and road closures here.
Abandoned Bradford building collapses at 7:30am
An abandoned building in Bradford collapsed, sending a huge dust cloud over Dale Street. Emergency services are on scene. No injuries reported. Read the full eyewitness account.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Reveals Historic All-British Headliners
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Leeds Station chaos as 'do not travel' warnings issued
Major disruption at Leeds Station after a severe signal fault causes widespread cancellations and delays. Passengers stranded as operators urge people not to travel.
Christmas rail shutdown: 32 days of works hit travellers
UK faces unprecedented Christmas rail chaos as 32 days of engineering works disrupt main lines. 15 million passengers affected with journey times trebling. Plan ahead now.
Europe's 2040 Vision: 2-Hour High-Speed Rail Network
A groundbreaking EU study reveals plans for a continent-wide high-speed rail network that could slash journey times between major European cities to under two hours by 2040.
Major Rail Disruption After Power Failure Halts London Routes
Commuters face travel nightmare as power supply failure between East Croydon and London Victoria causes widespread cancellations and severe delays across Southern rail network during Thursday rush hour.
Rail Safety Crisis: Urgent Reforms After Investigation
A damning investigation into Britain's railway network exposes critical safety gaps, prompting urgent calls for regulatory overhaul and infrastructure investment to protect passengers and staff.
Cumbria train derailment: Major emergency response
A major emergency operation is underway in Cumbria after a train derailment near Carlisle. Multiple emergency services are responding to the incident with early reports suggesting significant damage.
Brighton crush Leeds 3-0 in Premier League opener
Brighton & Hove Albion kick off their 2025-26 Premier League campaign in spectacular fashion with a dominant 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Leeds United at the Amex Stadium.
Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington exits after 27 years
Leeds Rhinos CEO Gary Hetherington is stepping down after nearly three decades in a major club restructuring that sees Gary's wife Kath taking over as interim boss.
Virgin confirms high-speed rail rival to Eurostar
Virgin Group announces revolutionary high-speed rail service connecting London to European cities, promising faster journeys and lower fares in direct competition with Eurostar.
Virgin Trains' Channel Tunnel bid rejected by regulators
The Office of Rail and Road rejects Virgin Trains' application to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, dealing a significant setback to Richard Branson's rail ambitions between London and European destinations.
Why Britain's railways reject double-decker trains
Discover the hidden infrastructure challenges preventing double-decker trains from revolutionizing UK rail travel, despite their success across Europe.
Sydney transport chaos as new timetable sparks major delays
Sydney commuters face major disruptions as a new transport timetable takes effect, causing widespread delays and triggering industrial action threats from rail unions over staffing concerns.
KLM flight makes unexpected return to Leeds Bradford
A KLM flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Amsterdam made an unexpected return just 24 minutes after takeoff, leaving passengers baffled and sparking social media speculation about the mysterious turnaround.
UK Airports Paralyzed by Major IT Systems Failure
Technical meltdown at aviation systems causes chaos at Leeds Bradford, Newcastle, Liverpool and other major UK airports, leaving thousands of passengers stranded.
Leeds Bradford Airport Closed Following Emergency Incident
Chaos erupts at Leeds Bradford Airport as emergency closure strands passengers following major security incident. All flights suspended as police and fire crews swarm the terminal.
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