Perth X56 bus gets reprieve as interim service confirmed
An interim bus service will run on the threatened Perth to Edinburgh X56 route while councillors consider a longer-term solution following a packed public meeting.
Category : Transport
Petition urges reopening of Garw Valley community route
A petition with over 1,100 signatures calls on the Welsh Government to transfer the closed section of the Garw Valley Community Route from Network Rail to Bridgend Council.
Drivers told to remove lanyards before driving to avoid injuries
Safety experts urge drivers to remove lanyards before driving, warning they can cause serious injuries like collapsed lungs in collisions.
Cardiff A4232 queues after broken down vehicle closes lane
A broken down vehicle has caused delays on the A4232 southbound in Cardiff, with one lane closed and significant traffic build-up.
M4 bank holiday delays: RAC reveals exact times for traffic
The M4 in Wales faces delays of up to 40 minutes on Friday afternoon as RAC predicts the busiest bank holiday weekend on UK roads since 2015, with 20m trips expected.
New tech helps Cardiff clear winter pothole backlog
Cardiff Council has cleared its winter pothole backlog using a thermal road repair machine, with reports now falling considerably.
Sandhills fan zone expansion put on hold by councillors
Merseyrail’s plan to expand the post-match queuing area at Sandhills station for Everton fans has been deferred after city councillors raised concerns and requested a site visit.
Simple checks could save drivers £2,500 fine this bank holiday
Drivers staying in the UK this bank holiday have been warned to carry out simple safety checks or risk a £2,500 fine, three penalty points and even a ban.
Minffrwd Road Pencoed to close for one day for poling works
A section of Minffrwd Road in Pencoed will close for one day in September for poling works, from 8am to 5pm on September 7, 2026.
Free travel scheme extended for North East care leavers
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has confirmed the continuation of the Care Experienced Scheme, offering free unlimited public transport to care leavers aged 18-25 to ease cost-of-living pressures.
New Stirling villages bus service launched as two-year pilot
Stirling Council's new C17 bus service for the Eastern Villages launched a two-year pilot on Monday, improving links to the city centre and local hospital.
Spain holiday warning as Barcelona airport strikes continue
Indefinite strikes at Barcelona-El Prat Airport have no end date, with around 270 flights cancelled and 6,000 suitcases delayed. Travellers with September trips should prepare for disruption.
£4.3m Swinton Station accessibility upgrade begins
Work has started on a £4.3m project to transform Swinton Station in Salford, adding a platform lift, accessible toilet and improved CCTV. The scheme is expected to be complete by spring 2027.
Florence outdoor dining: 60 streets banned, fines up to €500
Florence has banned outdoor seating on 60 streets and restricted it on 73 others under new dehors rules, with fines up to €500 for rule-breakers.
M53 Moreton Spur overnight closures from September 21
Overnight closures will hit the M53 Moreton Spur westbound from September 21 to October 10, 2026, for resurfacing works, with diversions signed.
M23 van fire causes chaos and delays near Gatwick Airport
A van fire on the M23 southbound near Gatwick Airport has caused 30-minute delays, four miles of congestion, and two closed lanes.
Cambridge council fixes 51 potholes on one street, not resurfacing
Residents on Aberdeen Avenue in Cambridge counted 51 pothole repairs on one stretch, prompting calls for a longer-lasting solution and questions about why the road was patched so many times.
Canada threatens to cut US power as Trump tariff row escalates
Canada threatens to cut electricity to millions of US homes and businesses as President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney clash over fresh auto tariffs.
Turkey coach crash injures dozens in fuel tanker collision
Nearly 40 people were injured when a coach and fuel tanker crashed and flipped over in central Turkey, with four reported in critical condition.
Carroll commits to SRL despite cost-cutting changes
Victorian premier Ben Carroll pushes ahead with SRL East, promising to cut its cost by 6% to about $32.3bn while ordering a technical review to find more savings.
Rail timetable changes for London-Essex after record heat
Train timetables between London and Essex will be amended from Tuesday as record-breaking summer heat damages railway tracks, adding up to eight minutes to journeys.
Train Lines Blocked Near Mossley After Police Incident
Train services between Greenfield and Mossley are disrupted after emergency services responded to an incident. Delays and cancellations are expected until 5pm.
Wales rail disruption over bank holiday weekend
National Rail warns of disruption on Welsh routes over the late August bank holiday, with engineering work and Reading Festival affecting services from Saturday to Monday.
Blue Badge holders can claim five extra travel perks
More than 235,700 people in Scotland use a Blue Badge, which can also unlock support with vehicle tax, LEZ rules, parking and travel costs.
Royal Mail issues secure packaging advice for customers
Royal Mail has shared packaging guidelines online, urging customers to tape all edges and openings securely and cover sharp edges before sending mail.
Drought causes rail chaos as clay dries under tracks
Network Rail introduces amended timetables on Essex routes after drought dries out clay under tracks, causing delays and following two derailments.
Hovercraft rescues five children trapped by rising tide
Five children were rescued from rising waters half a mile offshore at Southend-on-Sea after a 999 call. RNLI volunteers launched a hovercraft to bring them safely back to shore.
Person dies after being hit by train near Freshfield
A person died after being hit by a train near Freshfield railway station on Saturday, August 22. Emergency services attended but the casualty died at the scene.
CrossCountry restores full service after power cut
CrossCountry Trains expects a full service on Monday 24 August after a power cut hit its Birmingham control centre, cancelling several trains on Sunday.
Burnham Urged to Fix Potholes as Drivers 'Sick' of UK Roads
Andy Burnham faces calls to fix potholes urgently as motorists are 'sick of the state of UK roads', with a £18.6bn backlog and 225 daily RAC callouts.
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