Hammersmith Bridge: Britain's Infrastructure Paralysis
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Category : Trains Rail
Knifepoint Robbery on London Train: Police Hunt Suspect
British Transport Police release CCTV images of a man wanted for questioning after a teenage boy and girl were robbed at knifepoint on a train in South East London.
HS2 Euston Tunnelling Starts with Ministers' Pledge
Ministers have launched final HS2 tunnelling to Euston, promising a station big enough to serve the nation and unlock billions in economic growth for London.
HS2 Euston Tunnel Dig Starts Despite Station Doubts
Engineers have launched the Madeleine tunnel boring machine for HS2's 4.5-mile route from Old Oak Common to Euston, despite ongoing uncertainty over the station's future funding and development.
HS2 Euston Tunnel Starts: Regeneration Plan Demanded
Tunnelling for HS2's Euston link commences as Business LDN demands a concrete regeneration strategy for the area, highlighting project delays and cost overruns.
Eurostar Refund Delays After Channel Tunnel Power Outage
Eurostar passengers stranded in Brussels due to a power failure are reporting unpaid expenses claims, with some receiving only £120 vouchers instead of promised full refunds.
Waterloo-Clapham Rail Disruption This Weekend
South Western Railway warns of significant disruption between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction this weekend due to engineering works, affecting multiple suburban and long-distance routes.
Child-Free Train Carriages Divide Opinion in France
France's SNCF introduces child-free carriages on select TGV trains, sparking controversy over family exclusion versus premium travel comfort.
Track Defect Suspected in Fatal Spain Train Crash
Investigators focus on a fractured rail as the likely cause of a high-speed train collision in Andalusia, Spain's deadliest rail disaster in over a decade, which left 45 dead and nearly 300 injured.
Train Sex Attacker Jailed After Passenger Intervention
Daniel Odubanjo, 27, has been sentenced to six years for sexually assaulting two women on a train. Passengers intervened during the second attack, helping to detain the offender.
£400m Upgrade for UK's Busiest Railway Line Announced
Network Rail unveils next phase of £400 million modernisation for West Coast Main Line from London to Scotland, aiming to double capacity by 2050 with hundreds of improvements.
Spain Train Crash: Damaged Rail Theory in Derailment Probe
Investigators examining Spain's deadly Andalusia train collision suggest a pre-existing rail fracture may have caused the Iryo high-speed train to derail, killing 45 people.
Spanish Train Drivers Strike After Deadly Crashes
Spain's largest train drivers' union calls a three-day nationwide strike demanding improved safety standards following two catastrophic collisions that killed at least 44 people this week.
Train Crashes into Crane in Murcia, Fourth Spain Rail Incident
A commuter train in Spain's Murcia region crashed into a construction crane, causing minor injuries. This marks the country's fourth rail incident in five days, following a deadly high-speed collision.
Third Spanish Train Crash in Days After Crane Hit
Spain experiences another train incident as a commuter service collides with a crane, causing injuries and halting rail operations amid recent deadly crashes.
Northern Powerhouse Rail: Votes vs Growth
The approval of Northern Powerhouse Rail shifts infrastructure focus north, but questions arise over London's funding and the project's economic rationale versus political motives.
West London Orbital Railway Gets £400k Funding Boost
The West London Orbital railway line has received a £400,000 funding boost in the Mayor's draft budget, potentially allowing construction to start next year and connecting Hounslow to Hendon.
Barcelona Train Crash Kills Driver, Injures Dozens
A commuter train near Barcelona collided with a collapsed retaining wall, resulting in the driver's death and injuries to 37 people, four seriously, as Spain mourns recent rail disasters.
Spain Rail Network Scrutiny After Second Fatal Crash
A commuter train derailment near Barcelona, killing a trainee driver, follows a high-speed train collision that claimed 43 lives, prompting union strikes and political pressure.
Spain Train Crash Death Toll Could Rise
Spain begins three days of mourning after a high-speed train crash near Cordoba kills at least 41, with fears the toll may increase as recovery continues.
Train Derails Near Barcelona: Driver Killed, 37 Injured
A commuter train derailed near Barcelona, killing the driver and injuring 37 people. The incident follows another fatal train crash in southern Spain just days earlier.
Quad Bike Hero Aids Spain Train Crash Rescue Efforts
Gonzalo Sánchez spent six hours transporting emergency workers and victims on his quad bike following the devastating train collision near Córdoba that claimed 41 lives.
Spanish Train Crash: 42 Dead, Child Sole Survivor
A devastating train collision in southern Spain has claimed 42 lives, with a six-year-old girl emerging as the only survivor from her family after a trip to see a musical in Madrid.
Barcelona Train Crash: Driver Killed, Wall Collapse
A commuter train near Barcelona derailed after hitting a collapsed retaining wall, killing the driver and injuring 37 people. The incident follows another fatal train crash in Spain days earlier.
Spain train crash death toll expected to rise
The death toll from Spain's high-speed train crash is feared to increase as recovery efforts continue. 41 confirmed dead, with survivors recounting harrowing escapes. Read the latest updates.
UK Railcard Savings: Which Discount Card is Right For You?
Discover the full range of UK railcards, from 16-17 Saver to Senior. Learn about eligibility, costs, and how to save up to 60% on train fares. Start saving today!
Faulty rail joint suspected in deadly Spain train crash
At least 40 dead in Spain's worst rail disaster since 2013. Investigators probe a faulty track joint as the likely cause of the high-speed collision. Read the full timeline and analysis.
Spain Train Crash: 40 Dead, Three Days of Mourning Begin
Spain begins three days of mourning after a deadly high-speed train derailment and collision near Adamuz kills at least 40. Rescuers search wreckage as investigation into cause begins.
Six-year-old orphaned in Spanish high-speed train crash
A six-year-old girl is orphaned after her family died in a Spanish rail disaster killing 39. The tragedy struck as they returned from a trip to see the Lion King and a Real Madrid match.
Spain Train Crash: 39 Dead in Andalusia Derailment
At least 39 killed in Spain's worst rail disaster in a decade as two trains collide near Adamuz. Read how the town rallied to help survivors.
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