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.
Digital rail platform Trainline raises full-year guidance as passenger numbers exceed expectations, signalling strong recovery in UK rail travel.
Commuters face travel nightmare with multiple train cancellations after emergency safety measures implemented around Birmingham's £200m development zone.
Birmingham New Street rail worker Ryan Bate becomes local hero after confronting armed assailant to protect commuters during terrifying rush-hour incident.
A quick-thinking train driver from Huntingdon is being hailed as a hero after his courageous actions prevented a potential tragedy on the railway tracks, though he modestly insists he was 'just doing his job'.
Northern Events Group, organisers of the iconic Great North Run, reports staggering financial success with profits soaring to £328,031, marking a triumphant post-pandemic recovery and ambitious expansion plans.
Discover how Leytonstone is blending traditional Scottish heritage with modern community spirit through its annual porridge-making contest and outdoor cinema events this autumn.
Discover how Newcastle's business champion secured the top honour at the North East Business Awards 2024, celebrating outstanding leadership and regional economic excellence.
Discover how dedicated volunteers from Northern have transformed Wigan Wallgate station into a floral paradise, creating a beautiful welcome for commuters and boosting community spirit.
A courageous train driver is being hailed for averting potential catastrophe when his service struck a massive fallen tree during Storm Gerrit, showcasing remarkable bravery.
A landmark £6.5 million railway enhancement project has commenced, promising significant improvements to track infrastructure and future service reliability across a vital transport corridor.
A major police operation is underway after a brutal stabbing at Huntingdon railway station left a man with life-threatening injuries. The suspect has been identified as 28-year-old Kieran James Khasi.
Courageous commuter Graham Moffatt risked his life to protect fellow passengers when a knifeman went on a rampage aboard a Birmingham-bound train. Read the full story of this remarkable act of bravery.
A courageous commuter recounts his harrowing experience facing a knife-wielding attacker aboard a Huntingdon to London train, revealing how he pleaded for his life while protecting fellow passengers during the violent rampage.
A courageous member of train staff fought off a knife attacker at Birmingham New Street station, preventing potential tragedy in a shocking daylight confrontation.
Lewis Brown's prison term increased after vicious attack left victim with life-altering injuries on Thameslink service between St Neots and Huntingdon
A poignant exchange between a railway worker and passenger reveals the hidden emotional toll on transport staff, sparking widespread discussion about compassion in public transport.
Courageous railway employees disarmed a knifeman during a horrific attack on a West Midlands train, with new details emerging about their heroic actions that prevented greater tragedy.
Dramatic scenes unfolded aboard a London Northwestern Railway service when passengers mistook a bursting coffee flask for a bomb explosion, causing mass panic and emergency evacuation.
CCTV captures terrifying platform assault at Five Ways station as woman pushes man onto live railway tracks in Birmingham city centre
Celsa Steel UK secures groundbreaking contract to supply recycled steel for Britain's railway infrastructure transformation, creating jobs and boosting sustainable manufacturing.
The North East business scene is buzzing with activity as several major companies announce significant leadership appointments, highlighting the region's economic resurgence and investment appeal.
Discover the breathtaking autumn transformation of Severn Valley with stunning walks, heritage railways, and cosy pubs perfect for crisp seasonal days
The Sunshine Fund transforms Halloween into an inclusive celebration with specially designed sensory activities for children with disabilities across the North East.
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.
New data reveals a worrying surge in business distress across the North East, with corporate insolvencies reaching their highest level in over a decade amid ongoing economic pressures.
North East pub operator The Inn Collection Group secures major £125 million investment to expand its portfolio of 'pub with rooms' establishments across the North of England and North Wales, creating new jobs and boosting regional tourism.
Historic railway stations return after 60-year absence, transforming transport links and reconnecting communities across the Black Country with stunning new facilities.
A landmark WWII munitions factory in North Shields is poised for a spectacular £7.5 million rebirth as modern commercial space, creating 200 jobs and preserving Tyneside's industrial heritage.