Railways

Hs2

Andy Burnham’s HS2 Revival Plan for Birmingham-Manchester Link Gains Political Support

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has reignited the conversation around the HS2 high-speed rail project by pledging to revive the northern leg connecting Birmingham and Manchester, an initiative welcomed by former …

By Rebecca Duffy · Wednesday 17 June 2026 · 3 min read

Train

New train ticket refund rules from April 1 to tackle fare dodging

Starting April 1, new train ticket refund rules will come into effect, designed to reduce fare dodging and protect crucial railway revenue. Under the updated policy, passengers will no longer be able to claim refunds on …

By Rebecca Duffy · Tuesday 3 March 2026 · 2 min read