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Bank Holiday Travel Chaos: Gridlock and Rail Strikes Hit UK

Britain faces a perfect storm of transport misery this August Bank Holiday weekend. Millions of travellers are hit by severe delays on major motorways like the M25 and M5, compounded by fresh rail strikes, setting the stage for one of the most disruptive

UK's Autumn of Discontent: Mass Strikes Loom

The UK faces an 'autumn of discontent' as a perfect storm of pay disputes threatens to bring the nation's essential services to a standstill with coordinated strikes from unions representing doctors, teachers, and transport workers.

Fresh London Tube Strike Set for October in Pay Row

Millions of London commuters face a month of travel misery as RMT union members on the Tube network announce a new 24-hour strike in October over an ongoing pay dispute, threatening to bring the capital to a standstill.

Schoolboy savagely beaten on train as passengers watch

Disturbing footage captures the moment a man launches a vicious, unprovoked attack on a schoolboy aboard a busy UK train, while horrified commuters look on. The assailant remains at large as British Transport Police appeal for witnesses.

Transport for Wales Cuts Train Fares by 50% for August

Transport for Wales is offering a massive 50% discount on all off-peak train travel throughout August 2024. The month-long sale aims to boost tourism and provide cost-of-living relief to passengers across Wales and the borders.

Government Scraps Great British Railways Plan

Plans for the flagship Great British Railways body have been officially abandoned by the UK government, marking a major reversal in post-Brexit rail reform and sparking fury from industry leaders.

UK Train Fares Get Biggest January Hike in a Decade

Commuters across England, Wales, and Scotland are facing the largest New Year train fare increase since 2013, with prices rising by up to 4.9%, sparking outrage from campaigners who label it a 'bitter pill' for struggling households.

English Rail Fares to Soar by 4.9% in 2025

Millions of rail passengers in England are bracing for an inflation-busting fare rise of up to 4.9% next year, adding hundreds of pounds to annual season tickets amidst a deepening cost of living crisis.

BTP officers to strike over pay dispute

British Transport Police officers, represented by the RMT union, are set to strike in a dispute over pay and conditions, potentially causing widespread travel chaos across the UK.

Police hunt violent robbers on London trains

British Transport Police launch urgent manhunt after series of violent robberies and sexual assaults on London trains. Victims report terrifying ordeals as criminals target rush-hour passengers.

Elizabeth Line launches Heathrow service

The Elizabeth Line has officially launched its direct service to Heathrow Airport, promising quicker, more affordable journeys for passengers. Here's what you need to know.

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