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£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.

UK's busiest and quietest railway stations revealed

New data reveals London Liverpool Street is the UK's busiest station with 98 million passengers, while Elton and Orston in Nottinghamshire had just 68. Explore the full list of passenger numbers and trends.

Manchester-London 'Ghost Train' U-Turn Explained

Why a peak-hour Manchester to London train was set to run empty, the public outcry that reversed the decision, and what it reveals about Britain's rail crisis. Read the full story.

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.

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 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.

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