HS2 'fishy smell' plagues Water Orton village
Residents in sought-after Water Orton endure a persistent 'fishy' odour linked to HS2 tunnel work, with complaints of dust, traffic, and a declining community. Read the full story.
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HS2 'destroys' village life as school shrinks and residents flee
A Warwickshire village is being 'destroyed' by HS2 construction, with a refugee saying the noise is louder than Kyiv bombs. The primary school is shrinking as families move away. Read the full story.
Village school shrinks capacity as families flee HS2 disruption
Water Orton Primary School is set to reduce its yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils by 2027. Local MP Rachel Taylor blames HS2 disruption for families leaving the area. Read the full story.
Birmingham's Barcelona Ambition & Festive News Digest
Birmingham's new lead commissioner eyes Barcelona-style status. Plus, a cat rescued from Vinted, HS2 updates, and festive events in our Christmas week digest. Stay connected to Brum.
HS2 slides viaduct over M6 without closing motorway
HS2 engineers achieve a UK-first by sliding a 4,600-tonne viaduct deck over the M6 without a full closure, minimising disruption. A landmark moment for the high-speed rail project.
Police Incident Disrupts Coventry-Nuneaton Train Line
Commuters face major disruption as a police incident near the railway between Coventry and Nuneaton cancels trains. Expected to last until 8:30 on Tuesday 16 December.
F1 tech trial boosts train wifi in South West
Great Western Railway is trialling McLaren F1 technology to capture 5G and satellite signals, aiming to end patchy onboard internet. The £300k trial runs until January.
Mayor brands HS2 scrap calls 'dangerous' for region
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker condemns Reform UK's 'reckless' call to scrap HS2, warning it threatens billions in investment and future jobs. Read the full clash.
£500k for Permanent HS2 Street Lighting in Warwickshire
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
HS2 funding deadline extension sought for Coleshill works
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Birmingham's Powerhouse stadium to generate £750m yearly
Birmingham City's new 62,000-seater stadium The Powerhouse is projected to bring £750 million annually to the city's economy. Discover how this revolutionary venue will transform the region.
HS2 move forces school to cut pupil capacity by third
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
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.
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.
New high-speed rail rival to challenge Eurostar dominance
A major new competitor is preparing to launch high-speed rail services connecting London to multiple European destinations, promising to revolutionise cross-Channel travel with competitive pricing and enhanced convenience.
New Trains Revealed for Midlands Railway Network
Get ready for a new era of rail travel across the Midlands as state-of-the-art trains prepare to hit the tracks, offering enhanced comfort and reliability for thousands of daily commuters.
Virgin Trains Partners With Eurostar For UK-Europe Rail
Virgin Trains has become Eurostar's first UK partner, creating exciting new travel possibilities between Britain and Europe with seamless booking and enhanced services.
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