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Northern allows passengers with mobility scooters on its Class 158s

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September 17, 2026
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Train operator Northern is to allow smaller mobility scooters on its Class 158 trains. This means that passengers with mobility scooters may now travel on all Northern trains with a free permit.

Newcastle to Scotland railway line to close this weekend

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September 15, 2026
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Three weekends of ECML disruption begin on Saturday, 19th September

Newcastle to Scotland railway line to close this weekend

Guest authors
September 15, 2026
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Three weekends of ECML disruption begin on Saturday, 19th September

Newcastle to Scotland railway line to close this weekend

Guest authors
September 15, 2026
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Three weekends of ECML disruption begin on Saturday, 19th September

Greater Thameslink Railway highlights achievements

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September 12, 2026
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GTR shows highlights after its first 100 days under public ownership

Greater Thameslink Railway highlights achievements

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September 12, 2026
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GTR shows highlights after its first 100 days under public ownership

Funding secured for new Lancashire station

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September 9, 2026
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Funding is now in place for a new station in Lancashire, between Preston and Blackpool North.

Funding secured for new Lancashire station

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September 9, 2026
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Funding is now in place for a new station in Lancashire, between Preston and Blackpool North.

Latest Train Sim World 7 release visits Yorkshire

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September 9, 2026
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As a change from high-speed or continental travel, the latest offering for Train Sim World 7 focuses on routes through Airedale and Wharfedale.

Improved disability training after intervention by regulator

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September 8, 2026
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After the ORR found significant deficiencies, staff training procedures by Northern in how to support disabled passengers has been improved.