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Octopus Energy reveals customers paying by Direct Debit save around £93 per year on average. The supplier explains how the payment method leads to lower unit rates and smoother bills.
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Claim £255 Energy Bill Refund Using Two-Month Rule
Ofgem reveals £3.09bn in unclaimed energy credit. Use Martin Lewis's two-month rule to see if you're owed a refund. Contact your supplier today.
Birmingham trains cancelled as Storm Goretti strands services
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti has stranded trains and halted CrossCountry services from Birmingham to Manchester, Nottingham, and Cardiff. Passengers urged to check before travelling.
CrossCountry Storm Goretti Update: Severe West Midlands Disruption
Storm Goretti brings -12C freeze and heavy snow, severely disrupting CrossCountry rail services from Birmingham. Passengers urged to check before travel.
Storm Goretti Snow Brings Major Rail Disruption
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti causes severe rail disruption. West Midlands Railway suspended, others run reduced services. Passengers urged not to travel. Full details.
Swindon Council to Debate Direct Oxford Rail Link
Swindon councillors will vote on a Labour motion demanding a daily direct train service to Oxford, a move set to boost connectivity and economic growth in the Thames Valley. Read the latest.
Birmingham rail chaos as Storm Goretti hits
Rail passengers across the West Midlands are urged not to travel as Storm Goretti causes major disruption. Key routes remain closed with limited services until at least midday.
Storm Goretti causes major West Midlands rail disruption
Severe weather from Storm Goretti has caused widespread rail disruption across the West Midlands. Passengers are urged not to travel on Friday 9 January. Key routes may reopen by midday.
Why UK trains stop in extreme cold weather
Storm Goretti forces reduced rail services across the Midlands. Network Rail explains the serious safety risks of ice and snow on the tracks. Travel only if necessary.
Storm Goretti Brings Travel Chaos to West Midlands
Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and severe travel disruption to the West Midlands. Rail services reduced from 7pm, amber warning for drivers. Check before you travel.
Birmingham Airport Air-Rail Link Delays Until 2026
Birmingham Airport warns of extended wait times as key Air-Rail Link maintenance reduces service. Plan ahead and allow extra travel time until February 2026.
Birmingham Airport air-rail link delays until February
Birmingham Airport passengers face extended waits as air-rail link runs at 50% capacity for essential maintenance. Plan extra journey time or use walking routes.
Transpennine Route Upgrade: Strong 2025 Progress
The multi-billion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade reports strong 2025 progress, with key works at Huddersfield station and over 5,000 people now on the project. Discover how it will transform northern rail.
Rail Sale Offers Over 50% Off Train Tickets
The Great British Rail Sale is back, slashing advance and off-peak ticket prices by over 50%. The sale runs from 6th-12th Jan, for travel between 13th Jan and 25th Mar 2026. Book now!
HS2 bosses confirm major delay to high-speed rail line
HS2 officials admit the 2029-2033 target for trains between London and Birmingham is unachievable. Read the latest on the project reset, costs, and local reaction.
Train breakdown blocks line near Hamstead, delays services
Rail services between Birmingham New Street and Walsall face severe disruption after a train broke down near Hamstead. Check for live updates and alternative travel arrangements.
HS2 completes major viaduct work over Christmas
HS2 engineers installed two critical viaduct spans near Water Orton during a five-day Christmas rail closure, a major milestone for the high-speed project. Read more.
Wales' Rail Demands Ahead of Senedd Election
Ahead of the May 2026 Senedd election, Professor Stuart Cole outlines three crucial rail policies for Wales, calling for funding fairness and devolved infrastructure control. Discover the priorities.
HS2 Birmingham delay sparks 'farcical pantomime' outcry
Fresh anger erupts as HS2 confirms major delay for Birmingham-London line, missing 2029-2033 target. Mayor defends project as critics blast 'white elephant'. Read the latest.
Get £200 for switching bank accounts this January
Santander, First Direct, and Nationwide are offering up to £200 in free cash for new customers who switch accounts. Learn how to qualify for these New Year's banking deals and boost your finances.
Banks Offer £200 to Switch Accounts in Early 2026
Santander, Nationwide and First Direct are offering cash incentives up to £200 for new customers. Find out how to switch from banks like NatWest, Barclays and Lloyds.
High street fears 5-month closure in rail upgrade
Uppermill businesses warn a five-month road closure for the Transpennine Route Upgrade could be devastating. Shopkeepers demand better communication from Network Rail.
Homeless to get £2,000 in UK-first cash trial
A UK-first trial will give 125 homeless people in London and Belfast £2,000 each with no spending rules. The study aims to see if direct cash improves long-term outcomes. #Homelessness #SocialPolicy
Welsh Government funds £22m for Cardiff station revamp
The Welsh Government is contributing £22m to upgrade Cardiff Central station, a non-devolved asset, to unlock £117.8m in UK funding. The project aims to handle 20 million passengers by 2035.
Contactless rail payments lead to higher fares for some
Rail passengers in southeast England face higher fares as contactless payment rollout aligns with TfL peak times. Some off-peak tickets are now more expensive.
Birmingham pensioner loses £100k to NZ pension rule
A Birmingham-born pensioner in New Zealand is fighting a 'draconian' policy that has cost him £100,000. Bob Newcombe is taking his case to the UN. Read his story.
HS2 confirms 2033 deadline unachievable
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 confirms delay for London-Birmingham rail link
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
World's Longest Underwater Tunnel Approved in China
China greenlights the 76-mile Bohai Strait Tunnel, slashing travel between Dalian and Yantai from 6 hours to 40 minutes. Discover the £23bn project's impact and challenges.
Contactless train ticketing changes cause fare hike concerns
The rollout of contactless payments on UK railways has led to higher peak-time fares and reduced off-peak options, sparking criticism from MPs and passenger groups. Find out how the changes affect your journey.
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