Focusing on the latest developments, innovations, and policy impacts in the UK rail industry, with a particular emphasis on sustainability, infrastructure upgrades, and future technological advancements.
Government backs rail reform vision but resists key amendments in response to Railways Bill scrutiny
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sweeping rail reform centred on the creation of Great British Railways (GBR), while resisting a...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 04/29/2026 - 10:47Beeston station transformation celebrated after more than £7.6m investment
A celebration event held on Friday 24 April marked the completion of a major transformation at Beeston station, following more than £7.6 million of...
jonathand@cogn… Mon, 04/27/2026 - 09:46HS2 Ordered to Slash Costs and Construction Time in Major Government Reset
The Transport Secretary has instructed HS2 Ltd to identify options that could cut billions from the project’s cost and bring trains into service...
jonathand@cogn… Tue, 03/24/2026 - 09:37Seven new stations and major rail funding commitment
A landmark joint commitment between the UK and Welsh Governments will modernise rail across Wales, support more than 12,000 jobs and unlock billions...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 02/18/2026 - 09:59Government Signs Major Rail Deal with Greater Manchester & Liverpool, Advancing Northern Powerhouse Rail
The UK government has entered a formal agreement with Greater Manchester to accelerate plans for a new high‑speed rail link between Liverpool and...
jonathand@cogn… Fri, 01/23/2026 - 10:40Access for All reset: Ministers back 31 station schemes as rail accessibility enters a “value for money” era
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to making Britain’s railway more accessible, while signalling a tougher, more financially disciplined...
jonathand@cogn… Mon, 01/19/2026 - 09:47Railway industry calls for more urgency from the Government in setting out its plans for rail
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) – which champions a dynamic UK rail supply sector – has called on the Government to inject more urgency into...
jonathand@cogn… Fri, 09/26/2025 - 09:13Massive Transport Investment to Transform Connectivity and Economic Opportunity
Millions of commuters and businesses are set to benefit from quicker journeys, as more than 50 rail and road upgrades are given the green light which...
jonathand@cogn… Tue, 07/08/2025 - 11:19Mayor secures £1.85bn transport investment for first new metro in 30 years
In a new announcement, North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has unveiled a transformative £1.85 billion transport investment deal with the UK Government...
Dan Benn Wed, 06/04/2025 - 08:58New tech to make rail replacement travel more accessible
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The Government has announced four innovative projects are set to share £800,000 to improve accessible information for passengers.
The announcement...
jonathand@cogn… Wed, 05/14/2025 - 08:54
RTM Issue 149
A very light revolution: How Coventry is changing the game in connectivity
TransCityRail
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Mids \ 09.07.26
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North \ 05.11.26
TransCityRail is a series of regional, interactive and insightful events across the country bringing together leaders, collaborators, problem solvers and innovators in a creative and invigorating way.
This series of events supports and informs the whole of the rail industry and connects suppliers with buyers, specifiers, leaders and decision-makers looking to procure a wide variety of innovative products and services for their region.
