The government pledges a new rail link between Birmingham and Manchester to ease pressure on the West Coast Main Line, but provides no completion date. The project will follow the delivery of Northern Powerhouse Rail.
The government pledges £45bn to revive Northern Powerhouse Rail, a three-stage plan connecting Liverpool to Newcastle. Discover the timeline, funding, and local leaders' reactions.
A new railway line could connect Manchester and Birmingham, as the government prepares to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail upgrades. Learn about the potential route and the legacy of HS2.
Rachel Reeves to announce Northern Powerhouse Rail revival, including a new line between Birmingham and Manchester. Construction not expected until after 2036.
Explore Australia's long-distance train network, where fares are slashed and journeys are an adventure. From $1 child tickets to new Spanish-built fleets, discover the affordable, if not luxurious, way to see the country.
Passengers on the Brighton Main Line face three weekends of closures in January for essential Network Rail work. Plan ahead for bus replacements affecting Gatwick Airport and East Croydon services.
Major disruption on London Underground with severe delays on Elizabeth and Piccadilly lines. Check your journey before travel and allow extra time.
The Great British Rail Sale is back for 2026 with over 4 million discounted train tickets. Save 50-70% on journeys across the UK. Book now before the 7-day sale ends!
Five Tube lines face severe delays this morning, including Circle line suspension and District line issues. Get the latest travel updates and alternative route advice here.
The RMT union urges the government to halt rail outsourcing after revealing six major contractors made £152m in profits last year. Discover the call for insourcing.
Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
Settlements for female council staff in roles like cleaners and carers have exceeded £1.1bn, with thousands more claims expected. The GMB union warns councils to negotiate or face huge bills.
Discover how retired teacher Ken Bonham, 79, filled his Birmingham flat with intricate memory boxes and dioramas inspired by a lifetime of travel and teaching. A heartwarming story of creativity.
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.
Rail investigators issue urgent safety warning after sensors failed to detect a sudden landslide that derailed an Avanti West Coast train in Cumbria. Read the full report on the risks to UK rail infrastructure.
A 41-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. One pedestrian died, another was injured. Read the latest.
Essential rail works will disrupt travel to Gatwick Airport on three weekends in January 2026. Plan ahead with our guide to dates, alternative routes, and replacement services.
Budget rail operator Lumo launches a new London to Glasgow service with tickets from £33.10, offering a cheaper alternative to Avanti West Coast ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Transport for London spends up to £11 million annually tackling a graffiti 'spike' on Tube trains, with the Central Line described as resembling Gotham City. Discover the clean-up costs and efforts.
Network Rail announces major engineering works forcing closures at Euston, Liverpool Street, Victoria, Waterloo & Vauxhall stations between Christmas and early January. Plan your journey now.
A direct commuter rail link from Eastbourne to London Bridge has been restored, serving nine towns and villages. The service, scrapped during Covid, is a major win for East Sussex commuters.
Major disruption on London Underground as Central Line is blocked after casualty on track. Bakerloo and Elizabeth lines also face severe delays. Live updates and travel advice.
An 18-year-old woman has been bailed following chaotic scenes in Manchester city centre where a car was driven erratically into crowds. One man was hospitalised. Read the latest.
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
Official data reveals London's Liverpool Street station is Britain's busiest for the third consecutive year, with 98 million entries and exits. Discover the full top 10 list and the impact of the Elizabeth line.
A senior West Midlands Police officer apologises to Birmingham's Jewish community after suggesting some supported banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the Aston Villa match.
A man who used a flatsharing app to lure a vulnerable teenager to his home, where he strangled and raped her, has been jailed for 12 years. Read the full court report.
A Warwickshire police constable faces three theft charges for allegedly stealing cash and property while on duty. The case will be heard at Birmingham Crown Court.
Direct high-speed rail services from London to Cologne and Frankfurt are being explored, cutting journey times. Plans for Berlin are on hold due to commercial viability. Read the latest.
Tribute to Glenys Thomas, a Birmingham-based social work educator and activist who dedicated her life to challenging injustice, from Algeria's refugee camps to Greenham Common.