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.
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.
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.
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.
Met Office issues yellow warning as 15-hour snow storm threatens power cuts and travel chaos across 12 UK towns and cities from Tuesday. Stay informed.
Barclays announces significant mortgage rate cuts, with Skipton and Leeds also reducing prices. Experts suggest a lender price war is brewing ahead of the Budget. Act now to secure a deal.
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.
LNER rail worker Samir Zitouni, who was critically injured protecting passengers during the Huntington stabbing, has been discharged. Read his family's emotional statement.
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.
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.
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's free monorail will operate a reduced one-shuttle service until February 2026 for essential maintenance. Passengers advised to allow extra time.
MyBag Charity from Nottingham receives the King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025 for supporting children entering foster care. Discover how you can help their vital work.
Major NHS England restructuring sees 18,000 staff facing redundancy as health service merges with Department of Health. Voluntary redundancy scheme explained.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to cap tax-free pension contributions, potentially costing high earners nearly £50,000. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
Major NHS restructuring will eliminate 18,000 roles across England as ministers aim to reduce bureaucracy. Unions warn of disruption to patient services and loss of vital expertise.
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.
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner demands immediate halt to DWP benefit deductions as families struggle with soaring living costs, warning of devastating consequences for millions.
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.
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 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.
Network Rail announces significant improvement works at Birmingham Moor Street station, affecting multiple platforms throughout February. Essential travel information for passengers.
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Digital rail platform Trainline raises full-year guidance as passenger numbers exceed expectations, signalling strong recovery in UK rail travel.
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.
Lidl announces major price cuts across more than 100 everyday items in UK stores, delivering relief to shoppers amid cost of living pressures.
Online fashion giant ASOS announces significant workforce reduction affecting 500 roles across UK operations, including key Birmingham distribution centres, as part of cost-cutting measures.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
Commuters face travel nightmare with multiple train cancellations after emergency safety measures implemented around Birmingham's £200m development zone.