Richmond Council has unveiled a wide-ranging programme of transport improvements aimed at enhancing public transport connectivity across the borough, with proposals including expanded rail services, upgraded bus routes and the extension of London's Night Tube network. The plans form part of a new public transport strategy that will guide the council's engagement with Transport for London (TfL), South Western Railway and other transport providers over the coming years. Develop

Plans to extend London's Superloop bus network into overnight operation are not currently being considered, with Mayor Sadiq Khan citing the significant cost of running additional services during the early hours of the morning. The issue was raised at City Hall following questions about whether the orbital bus network, which links outer London boroughs, could be expanded to provide overnight connectivity between key destinations across the capital. Responding to enquiries fro

Transport for Wales (TfW) has confirmed plans to upgrade its Class 231 fleet, with the diesel-electric trains set to be converted into hybrid units as part of the organisation's long-term decarbonisation strategy. The move follows an agreement between TfW, the Welsh Government and manufacturer Stadler to activate a Hybrid Variation Agreement, paving the way for the installation of pantographs and the introduction of electric operating capability across the fleet. The Class 23

Avanti West Coast has confirmed that one of its newly introduced Liverpool services is operating partly on diesel power despite running on an electrified section of the West Coast Main Line, due to restrictions on the available electricity supply between Weaver Junction and Crewe. The arrangement has been introduced as part of the operator's May timetable changes, which added two extra daily services between London Euston and Liverpool in response to growing passenger demand.

International law firm Eversheds Sutherland has advised the Department for Transport (DfT) and DfT Operator Limited (DfTO) on the transfer of Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) into public ownership, marking another major milestone in the Government's programme of rail reform. The transition was completed in the early hours of 31 May 2026, with responsibility for operating Thameslink, Southern, Great Northern and Gatwick Express services formally moving into public control. As th

A young Northern conductor is helping to showcase life on the railway to a growing online audience, using social media to share his enthusiasm for trains, transport history and careers in the industry. Demario Green, 22, has built a following of around 8,000 people on TikTok through videos exploring railway operations, rolling stock, stations, ticketing and transport heritage. Through his content, he hopes to encourage a wider and more diverse audience to engage with the rail

Rail passengers travelling First Class with Avanti West Coast can now enjoy a specially branded craft beer created in partnership with Staffordshire brewer Titanic Brewery. The new offering, named First Class IPA, has been developed exclusively for the intercity operator and has been added to its complimentary First Class food and drink menu. Presented in bespoke packaging featuring rail-inspired artwork, the beer is based on one of Titanic Brewery's established India Pale Al

Cardiff Airport has recorded more than one million passengers over the past 12 months, reaching a significant milestone as demand for air travel from Wales continues to strengthen. The achievement comes alongside new figures from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which rank Cardiff as the second fastest-growing airport in the UK. Passenger numbers during the first quarter of 2026 were 24 per cent higher than during the same period a year earlier. The latest growth continues

South West Water has been ordered to pay a record £1.85 million penalty after supplying contaminated drinking water to thousands of customers in Devon during a major public health incident. The fine was imposed by Exeter Magistrates' Court after the company admitted an offence under the Water Industry Act 1991 relating to the supply of water deemed unfit for human consumption. The prosecution was brought by the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) following an extensive investig

Greggs has opened its first airport location outside the UK, with a new outlet launching at Tenerife South Airport as part of a partnership with global travel retailer Lagardère Travel Retail. The new store, which opened earlier this month, represents a significant milestone for the popular bakery and food-to-go brand as it begins expanding its presence within international travel environments. Situated in Terminal A's departures area beyond passport control, the 197-square-m

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has warned that the region's £2.50 bus fare cap may not be sustainable unless ministers extend national funding support beyond its current deadline. The Government is currently funding a national £3 cap on single bus fares, with the scheme due to run until the end of March 2027. Operators are reimbursed through a subsidy arrangement designed to keep fares lower for passengers. In the North East, the mayoral authority has gone further by using l

Local authorities across the Black Country and wider West Midlands have established a new construction framework worth up to £180 million, creating a pipeline of infrastructure opportunities over the next four years. The agreement, coordinated by Wolverhampton City Council, will provide councils and public sector bodies with access to a pre-approved pool of contractors for highways, transport and civil engineering projects ranging from small-scale improvements to major infras

The UK’s first ever heathland green bridge has now opened to walkers, cyclists and horse riders in Surrey. The Cockcrow Bridge connects Ockham and Wisley Commons on either side of the A3, providing a unique corridor for one of the rarest habitat types in the country – lowland heathland. It acts as a safe crossing over the busy carriageway not just for people, but also for wildlife such as deer, badgers, voles and other small animals. The beams for the structure were installed

Network Rail has received approval from the UK Civil Aviation Authority to use remotely operated drones beyond the pilot's direct line of sight, marking a major advance in how the organisation monitors and protects railway infrastructure. The authorisation, secured in partnership with drone specialist heliguy™, will allow Network Rail's Western and Anglia routes to deploy beyond visual line of sight drone operations at sites in Gloucester and Romford. The technology will be u

Lanes Group has announced that Joanne Gretton will join the business as Chief Executive Officer at the end of the month, bringing with her nearly two decades of leadership experience in the UK's critical infrastructure and technology sectors. Joanne joins Lanes following a 19-year career with Telent Technology Services, one of the UK's leading providers of operational technology, digital infrastructure and mission-critical communications services. During her time with the bus

Littlewood Group has announced that its Managing Director, Jon Hobden, will leave the business on 5 June after more than two decades of service, bringing to a close a highly successful chapter in the company's history. During his tenure, Jon has played a central role in transforming Littlewood Group into the UK's leading fencing contractor. Under his leadership, the business successfully navigated challenging economic conditions, expanded into new markets and delivered sustai