Transport for Wales has published their 2025/26 Annual Report and figures reveal a continued increase in people using the rail network and bus network they control, improved customer satisfaction and yet another increase in rail revenue. Key figures from the report include: As well as growing the passenger figures, Transport for Wales has continued to […]
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Network Rail sets new date for Botley Road reopening
Network Rail has confirmed today that Botley Road in Oxford will reopen to traffic on Sunday 20 September. The reopening of Botley Road had previously been planned for the end of August, following a programme review and revision in January 2025 that prioritised reopening the road to traffic. However, during excavation work relating to drainage […]
London Northwestern Railway confirms industrial action has been suspended
London Northwestern Railway (LNR) has announced that two days of strike action planned for this weekend have been suspended. On Friday 31 July and Saturday 1 August, a reduced service was expected to be in operation on the LNR network due to strike action by members of the TSSA trade union. This strike action has […]
Temporary timetable changes to West of England line from Monday 10 August
South Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail Wessex (NR Wessex) will introduce a temporary timetable on the West of England line between London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids from Monday 10 August. Following record-breaking temperatures and prolonged low rainfall, clay embankments supporting the railway between Salisbury and Exeter are drying out, affecting the stability of […]
Emirates Skywards unlocks over 12,000 European rail destinations, turning Miles into seamless journeys
With access to over 40 major operators across 12 European countries, Emirates Skywards members can now use their Miles to purchase rail tickets seamlessly via the dedicated booking tool www.skywardsrail.com either online or via their mobile devices, in five different languages. With the ability to search a variety of schedules, select cabins and ticket types, members can […]
Commonwealth nations arrive at Glasgow Central on opening days of Games
From St Helena in the South Atlantic to Vanuatu in the Pacific, Glasgow Central has welcomed visitors from across the Commonwealth during the opening days of Glasgow 2026. Since early this week, athletes, team officials, support staff, families and friends have all been passing through the station as the Commonwealth Games get underway in the city. Visitors have travelled […]
RMT strike action to affect EMR services in early August
The RMT union has announced strike action on Saturday 1 August, Saturday 8 August, and Saturday 15 August 2026. Customers are advised to only travel if their journey is essential and to check their full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates. In addition to strike action, the RMT has also […]
TPE to run extra services for customers travelling from Edinburgh Fringe Festival
TransPennine Express (TPE) is set to run up to two extra services a day for festivalgoers travelling to and from this year’s Edinburgh Fringe. The train operator will run the additional services from Monday 3 August until Friday 4 September alongside its usual timetable to support those returning from a show, whether it be live music, comedy, or dance. On weekdays, an evening service will depart Newcastle at 7:15pm, calling […]
Kent & East Sussex Railway makes headway with ‘Ready for Robertsbridge’ plans
The Kent & East Sussex Railway (K&ESR) has announced two major moves in its preparations for the return of services to Robertsbridge in 2028. Importantly, it has secured full funding for the restoration and installation of the historic Tovil Footbridge at Northiam Station, thanks to a combination of heritage grants, private donations and the railway’s […]
Scotland’s Railway ready to play its part as Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games get underway
ScotRail and Network Rail Scotland are ready to support the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games which get underway this week, helping athletes, volunteers, spectators, and staff travel to and from venues across the city. Throughout the Games, the train operator will add 1,452 additional carriages to services, providing more seats on key routes serving the competition […]