Rail union bosses revolt over plans to restore rail services to 85% in two weeks’ time and warn ‘they won’t accept’ increases ‘if they puts lives at risk’ Aslef, RMT and TSSA unions written to Prime Minister voicing ‘severe concerns’ They have warned that increasing services would send out a ‘mixed message’ Argue ‘mixed messages could … Read more
How ‘split-ticketing’ can slice up to 30% off your rail fare – and there are websites out there to help you There are a number of fare splitting websites that will work out any saving These include Split Your Ticket, TrainSplit or SplitMyFare Alternatively, you might try to do the cost-saving exercise yourself By Toby … Read more
Chris Packham has lost a High Court bid to prevent work on ancient woodlands as part of the HS2 project Chris Packham has lost a High Court bid to prevent work on ancient woodlands as part of the HS2 project. The TV presenter and environmental campaigner was seeking an emergency injunction to stop works that … Read more
From experiencing The Canadian’s trip through the Rockies to travelling around the world with Tony Robinson, the great rail trips you can do at home Channel 5 is airing Around The World By Train With Tony Robinson on Monday Take a virtual ride on the White Mountain Central Railroad, New Hampshire Get some inspiration for … Read more
Property tycoon Robert Tchenguiz shunts off £28m rail stake By Ben Harrington For The Mail On Sunday Published: 23:07 GMT, 21 March 2020 | Updated: 23:07 GMT, 21 March 2020 Loss: Robert Tchenguiz, pictured with his sister Lisa, was hit by the market fall Property tycoon Robert Tchenguiz has sold his multi-million pound investment in … Read more
Airlines, rail and bus companies in Britain could be temporarily nationalised to help them through the coronavirus outbreak, Grant Shapps suggested today. The Transport Secretary told MPs good organisations ‘shouldn’t be going bust’ as a result of problems caused by the spread of the infection. He said a lot of different responses will be required, … Read more
We’ve all seen it, we all hate it, and we’re doing something about it – the litter and graffiti that’s a disgrace to our railways. That’s why I’m delighted that Network Rail is supporting the Daily Mail’s campaign to back the Great British Spring Clean. From great Victorian stations to soaring viaducts, our railway network … Read more
Easter getaways will be hit by 420 rail engineering projects costing £113million with major routes and stations shut Network Rail to carry out 420 projects between Good Friday and Easter Monday The West Coast Main Line will be closed north of Crewe from April 10 to April 13 Reduced timetable also in place between London Euston … Read more