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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.

15,528 violent crimes on UK railways last year

Damning figures reveal nearly 16,000 violent crimes occurred on trains or at stations, with 40 attacks daily. Read the full investigation into Britain's railway safety crisis.

Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn

Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.

Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings

Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.

Why UK trains don't have seat belts revealed

Discover the fascinating engineering and safety reasons behind why UK trains operate without seat belts, and why this actually makes rail travel safer than you might think.

Why Airport Security on UK Trains Is Impossible

Rail security experts reveal why implementing strict airport-style screening across Britain's vast train network would be impractical and fundamentally change our travel experience forever.

India train derailment kills 5, injures over 25

A major train derailment in India's Chhattisgarh state has left at least five passengers dead and over 25 injured, with rescue operations continuing through the night amid challenging conditions.

Swinney slams Avanti's 'unacceptable' rail service

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers blistering criticism of Avanti West Coast's poor service reliability and management failures during Glasgow visit, demanding immediate improvements for frustrated passengers.

Railway worker's miraculous escape from 100mph train

Exclusive: Railway worker reveals his heart-stopping near-death experience after being caught on the tracks as an express train approached at full speed. The miraculous survival story that will make you think twice about railway safety.

UK's Highest Railway: Stunning Snowdonia Views From £25

Discover the Snowdon Mountain Railway, the UK's highest track offering breathtaking panoramic views of Wales for just £25 return. This historic Victorian engineering marvel takes passengers on an unforgettable journey to the summit of Wales' tallest peak.

Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases

SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.

SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt

Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.

Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86

The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.

Scottish Labour: NHS Will Never Be Sold Off

Anas Sarwar makes bold commitment to protect Scotland's NHS from privatisation, drawing clear dividing lines with political opponents ahead of crucial elections.

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