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Autumn Train Timetables Cut as Leaves Disrupt UK Rails

Major train operators across Britain unveil reduced winter schedules with earlier last services, blaming seasonal leaf-fall disruption for widespread cuts that will impact commuters and evening travellers.

Gatwick Airport Braces for 8 Days of Strike Action

Gatwick Airport is set for major disruption this autumn as over 100 workers announce eight days of strikes in a dispute over pay and working conditions, threatening travel plans for thousands of passengers.

Travel Chaos for Brits as Spanish Airport Strikes Ground Flights

British holidaymakers face severe travel disruption as indefinite strikes by security staff at Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) cause flight cancellations and massive delays. The industrial action, demanding higher pay, is set to cause chaos throughout Oct

TFL invites RMT to resume talks after London Tube strikes

Transport for London has formally invited the RMT union back to the negotiating table following a week of crippling Tube strikes that brought the capital to a standstill, as both sides seek a resolution to the ongoing dispute over working conditions.

Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

East Coast Main Line Train Fares Slashed in Half

Passengers on the East Coast Main Line are set for huge savings as the new operator, LNER, introduces simplified and drastically cheaper 'Semi-Flex' fares, ending years of confusing pricing.

NHS Strike Escalation Threat Over Outsourcing Plans

Exclusive: The UK government faces imminent NHS strike escalation as unions vow to combat plans replacing striking staff with outsourced workers, potentially prolonging the largest walkout in health service history.

France Strikes: September Flight & Train Travel Chaos

Travellers heading to France this September are being warned of severe disruption as a massive 'Bloquons Tout' strike is set to cripple the country's transport networks, including flights and rail services.

Interrail Sale: Expert Tips for Budget European Rail Travel

Discover insider tips for maximising the Interrail Global Pass sale. From hidden-gem routes in Spain and Scandinavia to money-saving strategies for France and Italy, our expert guide helps you craft an unforgettable European train journey on a budget.

London Tube Strikes September 2024: Full Disruption Details

Major London Underground strikes scheduled for September 2024 will cause severe disruption across Tube lines. Here's everything you need to know about dates, alternative transport options and how to navigate the capital during industrial action.

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