Delay to HS2 Sparks Frustration in Midlands as Tamworth MP Calls Costs 'Staggering' Monday, May 25, 2026 hs2 midlands tamworth delay infrastructure rail costs communities economy transport The latest announcement on the HS2 high-speed rail project has caused frustration across the Midlands, with Tamworth MP Sarah Edwards describing the developments as “deeply unwelcome news.” Transport Secretary … Read More
Birmingham Drivers Face Major Disruption as Saltley Viaduct Demolition Begins Wednesday, April 29, 2026 birmingham saltleyviaduct hs2 demolition construction transportation rail canal busroutes infrastructure sport Birmingham drivers are being urged to prepare for significant disruption as the demolition of the Saltley Viaduct begins this Sunday, May 10. The 183-metre viaduct spanning the B4114 will close to both vehicles and … Read More
Major Deal Set to Secure Control of West Midlands Railway Services Monday, January 12, 2026 westmidlands rail devolution wmre transport agreement dft combinedauthority railwayservices integration Transport leaders in the West Midlands face a critical decision to preserve their significant influence over the region’s railway services. The current collaboration agreement between the West Midlands Rail Executive (WMRE) … Read More
Virgin Trains Poised to Challenge Eurostar with New UK-Europe Routes Monday, November 3, 2025 virgin eurostar channeltunnel rail europe france transport competition branson infrastructure Virgin Trains is preparing to launch a rival service to Eurostar, set to shake up rail travel between the UK and mainland Europe. For the first time in over 30 years, Eurostar’s monopoly on the Channel Tunnel routes will face … Read More