Scottish retailers warn of mass closures over business rates
A coalition of 37 major retailers warns SNP ministers that failing to match England's business rates discount in next week's Budget will push shops to the brink, risking thousands of jobs.
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Scottish Party Leaders Set Out Election Pledges for May
SNP's John Swinney pushes for independence referendum, Labour's Anas Sarwar targets 'competence', and Tory Russell Findlay focuses on tax cuts as the Holyrood election campaign begins. Read their key pitches.
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.
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.
Government freezes rail fares for first time in 30 years
The Government announces a historic rail fare freeze, saving commuters hundreds of pounds. Part of plans for a publicly owned Great British Railways. Read the full details.
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.
Driver-Only Trains: UK Rail Debate Explained
Explore the complex debate over driver-only operated trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO, its safety record, and how it affects millions of passengers daily.
Driver-only trains debate divides UK railways
Explore the complex debate around driver-only operation trains in the UK. Learn why unions oppose DOO while operators defend its safety record. Discover how this affects millions of passengers daily.
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.
Labour's £400m Rail Plan Could Hike Passenger Fares
Exclusive: A government impact assessment reveals Labour's rail renationalisation may cost over £400m, with passengers potentially facing higher fares to cover the bill.
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.
New European Sleeper Train Connects Basel to Malmö
Discover how Swiss Federal Railways' new overnight service connecting Switzerland to Sweden is revolutionising European travel with comfortable beds and eco-friendly transport options.
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.
GBR Reform: Cheaper Fares & Simpler Ticketing Ahead
Major rail reforms promise simplified ticketing and potential fare reductions as Great British Railways prepares to transform passenger experience across Britain.
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: 5 Dead in Chhattisgarh Crash
A devastating train derailment in India's Chhattisgarh state has left at least five people dead and over 30 injured, with rescue operations continuing through the night.
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.
Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
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.
Hero train driver stops disaster after car crashes on tracks
A quick-thinking train driver's heroic actions averted potential disaster when a car crashed onto the tracks near Bicester, bringing high-speed services to an emergency stop just yards from impact.
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.
St Mirren's steel proves substance beats sexy football
Discover how St Mirren FC is redefining success in Scottish football with their gritty, determined approach that proves substance often trumps style in the beautiful game.
Conwy Valley Railway Fully Reopens After Storm Repairs
The scenic Conwy Valley line in North Wales has fully reopened after extensive repairs to storm damage, restoring vital transport links for communities and tourists alike.
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.
SNP leadership crisis as John Swinney faces internal rebellion
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures challenge John Swinney's leadership as party faces critical questions about independence strategy and policy direction amid growing internal tensions.
Virgin Trains returns to West Coast after 5-year hiatus
Virgin Trains makes dramatic comeback to UK railways, resuming West Coast services after half-decade absence in strategic partnership with Trenitalia.
Virgin Trains eyes Channel Tunnel return in rail comeback
Richard Branson's Virgin Trains could make a dramatic return to UK railways with plans to operate services through the Channel Tunnel, challenging Eurostar's long-standing monopoly on cross-channel rail travel.
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.
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