North West & Central news
Key Manchester rail route gets 21st century signalling upgrade
A once in a generation overhaul of Manchester’s railway signalling system is complete to improve future journeys for passengers and freight.
Railway open for business after major August bank holiday upgrades
Network Rail has completed essential upgrades to the railway between Euston, the Midlands and North West over the August bank holiday.
Divers pour underwater concrete to protect West Coast main line
Specialist divers are pouring underwater concrete to protect two major railway viaducts carrying the West Coast main line in Carlisle.
Railway rescue for abandoned kitten left on long distance train
A tiny kitten has been taken for veterinary treatment after it was found abandoned on a train at Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham New Street takes centre stage at city arts weekend
Birmingham New Street station's concourse will play host to a variety of acts and activities during the city’s biggest culture and arts festival this August bank holiday weekend.
‘Look before you book’ August bank holiday travel advice
- Railway improvements between London, the West Midlands, and North West are taking place between 28-30 August
- Future passenger and freight journeys will benefit from a £17m investment
- Passengers are advised to ‘look before they book’, travel at quieter times and out of respect for others, wear a face covering in busy indoor settings
Word on the street: ‘graffiti hit squad’ launched to clean-up railway
A graffiti hit squad which will target tags and vandalism on the railway has been launched in the West Midlands.
Passengers thanked after major Trent Valley Line railway upgrade
Passengers are being thanked for their patience after work to improve future journeys between Rugby and Stafford.
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