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M6 opens half a day early after successful railway bridge installation
The M6 through Cumbria has reopened 13 hours earlier than planned after the successful installation of a 4,200-tonne railway bridge over the motorway this weekend.
New dawn for train traffic control as upgraded railway reopens in Carlisle
Rail journeys on the West Coast Main Line are now more reliable after a once-in-a-generation overhaul of the signalling system in Carlisle.
Preston station reopens after journey improving signal upgrades
Passengers are being thanked for their patience after Preston station reopened this morning following a major signalling upgrade.
Impressive time-lapse released of railway bridge demolition over M6
Motorists, rail passengers and residents impacted by the £60m renewal of a major West Coast Main Line railway bridge are being thanked after disruptive demolition work was successfully completed this weekend.
48 hours to go... Passengers urged to plan ahead before major West Coast Main Line bridge replacement
Rail passengers and motorists have been urged to plan their journeys ahead of a major railway bridge replacement which begins in just 48 hours.
Cable damage causes disruption at Liverpool Lime Street
Cable damage at Edge Hill is causing disruption to train services to and from Liverpool Lime Street today (9 December 2025).
Latest passenger travel advice during Manchester Piccadilly’s once-in-a-generation upgrade
Passengers using the North West’s busiest railway station are being advised to plan their journey in advance this February, ahead of once-in-a-generation track and signalling upgrades.
£13.5 million government investment to transform Carlisle station
Passengers using Carlisle station will benefit from a £13.5 million government investment to transform the historic station into a modern transport hub that's easier to use and better connected to the city.
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