Budget Boost for Cardiff Parkway Station & Jobs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to funding the Cardiff Parkway station and business park, a project with the potential to create thousands of jobs and attract major investment from Rolls-Royce.
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Rail fare freeze saves commuters £300 annually
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years. Commuters on expensive routes to save over £300. Budget also cuts Cash ISA allowance.
Contactless travel expands to 50 UK train stations
Major upgrade brings tap-in tap-out travel to 50 stations including Stansted and Southend airports from December 14. No more ticket queues - just use your bank card or phone!
Birmingham CrossCountry rail strikes set for December
Rail travellers in Birmingham face disruption as RMT union strikes hit CrossCountry services on four consecutive Saturdays in December over pay and staffing disputes.
UK inflation falls to 3.6%, Starmer responds
UK inflation falls to 3.6% for the first time since March. Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the news but warns more work is needed on the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
Northern Rail aims for 30m more journeys by 2030
Northern Rail unveils ambitious '30 by 30' plan to boost passenger numbers by 30 million by 2030. Discover how improved reliability and new systems aim to transform travel across the North of England.
Walsall's new railway stations plan branded 'bonkers'
Controversial plans could see new £80m Darlaston and Willenhall stations bypass Walsall town centre. Local leaders are fighting for a common-sense solution. Read the latest.
New £80m West Midlands stations may skip Walsall centre
Controversial plans for two new West Midlands railway stations to bypass Walsall town centre have been labelled 'bonkers'. Read the latest on the £80m project and the ongoing campaign.
Signal fault disrupts Midlands train services
Rail passengers face major disruption with delays up to 25 minutes due to a signalling fault between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley. Check before you travel and allow extra time.
Birmingham's most dangerous areas ranked for 2025
New crime data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods for violent and sexual offences. Lozells and East Handsworth top the list with over 2,200 incidents each.
Huntington Train Stabbing Hero Released From Hospital
LNER rail worker Samir Zitouni, who was critically injured protecting passengers during the Huntington stabbing, has been discharged. Read his family's emotional statement.
Christmas rail chaos: 2,500 trains cancelled in £130m upgrade
Major festive travel disruption as key UK rail lines close for 32 days. Plan ahead for Christmas journeys with essential travel advice and project details.
Sex attack happens daily in West Midlands hotspot
Shocking crime figures reveal a sex offence is reported every day in Birmingham city centre, the West Midlands' worst location for such crimes. Discover the full list of hotspots.
Rail fares set for major change in upcoming Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to change how rail fares are calculated, switching from RPI to CPI. This could mean smaller increases for passengers. Find out how this affects you.
Birmingham Airport Air-Rail Link reduced until February
Birmingham Airport's free monorail will operate a reduced one-shuttle service until February 2026 for essential maintenance. Passengers advised to allow extra time.
Birmingham's Most Violent Neighbourhoods Exposed
New police figures reveal Birmingham's most dangerous areas with Central Birmingham reporting 315.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Discover the hotspots.
Keep Sunglasses in Car for November Sun Glare
AA warns of 11% crash rise after clock change. Low sun on wet roads creates blinding glare. Experts advise sunglasses and a four-second gap for safety.
Birmingham Cross City Line Suspended: Rush Hour Chaos
Major disruption on Birmingham's Cross City Line south due to a signalling fault. Services suspended between New Street and Bromsgrove/Redditch. Rail replacement in place. Full story.
Four in Five Drivers Break 20mph Speed Rules
Shocking data reveals 84% of UK motorists regularly exceed 20mph limits, sparking major road safety concerns. Discover the findings and expert analysis.
UK unemployment hits 5% as payroll numbers decline
UK unemployment reaches post-pandemic peak of 5% with 32,000 fewer payrolled employees in September. Wage growth slows but remains above inflation-comfort levels. What's next for the economy?
HS2's final tunnel to Euston starting soon
The monumental final phase of HS2 tunnelling from Old Oak Common to Euston is imminent, marking a crucial milestone for Britain's high-speed rail revolution that will transform London travel.
Interim Boss to Lead West Midlands Transport Transformation
Exclusive: Transport for West Midlands appoints interim managing director to spearhead massive transport overhaul including bus reform, cycling infrastructure and rail improvements across the region.
Direct Swindon-Birmingham trains return in December
Direct rail services between Swindon and Birmingham are set to resume this December, reconnecting two major economic hubs and offering passengers faster, more convenient travel options without changes at Bristol Parkway.
Birmingham Moor Street Station: February Platform Closures
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.
Trainline raises profit guidance on ticket sales surge
Digital rail platform Trainline raises full-year guidance as passenger numbers exceed expectations, signalling strong recovery in UK rail travel.
Rail Chaos: Empty Trains Amid Service Cuts Anger Passengers
Furious commuters across the West Midlands are questioning the logic behind drastic rail service reductions as trains continue to run virtually empty while passengers face overcrowding and cancellations.
Birmingham train cancellations after £200m safety cordon
Commuters face travel nightmare with multiple train cancellations after emergency safety measures implemented around Birmingham's £200m development zone.
Rail worker hailed hero after confronting knife attacker
Birmingham New Street rail worker Ryan Bate becomes local hero after confronting armed assailant to protect commuters during terrifying rush-hour incident.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Cars sit idle 96% of time in UK
New research reveals the astonishing inefficiency of car ownership in the UK, with vehicles sitting idle for 23 hours daily. Discover what this means for urban planning and your wallet.
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