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Hull Trains drivers strike over sacking in fatigue dispute

Hull Trains drivers launch a 48-hour strike over the sacking of a colleague who reported fatigue. The union claims unfair dismissal, while the company cites a safety risk. Read the latest on this ongoing industrial action.

Travel Expert's Avanti Superfare Hack Saves Hundreds

Travel guru Chelsea Dickenson reveals a little-known Avanti West Coast train hack that can slash ticket prices to as low as £9. Discover how flexible 'Superfare' bookings work and start saving.

Christmas rail strikes called off after pay deal

Planned Saturday train strikes by CrossCountry staff in December have been cancelled after the RMT union resolved a pay and staffing dispute. Passengers urged to check journeys due to engineering works.

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.

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.

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.

Person hit by train causes major rail disruption

Emergency services respond to serious incident near Preston causing widespread cancellations and severe delays on Avanti West Coast routes with major impact on travel between Scotland and England.

Claim Cash for Delayed Trains - Your Rights Revealed

Discover how UK train passengers can turn travel frustration into financial compensation. Learn the secret rules rail companies don't advertise and claim what you're owed for delays and cancellations.

Virgin bids to operate Channel Tunnel services

Richard Branson's Virgin Group launches ambitious bid to operate Channel Tunnel services, challenging Eurostar's monopoly and promising enhanced London-to-Europe rail travel with competitive pricing and Virgin's signature customer experience.

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.

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