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Inside Germany: Clock debates, controversial hedges and the sorrows of Deutsche Bahn

Germany's rail system faces a significant crisis, with Deutsche Bahn reporting financial losses and record delays.

The potential new government aims to implement major reforms for the railway system.

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Labyrinth' of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station

Salisbury Station renovations reveal unknown tunnels with historical significance.

The Tiny Island With Just 2000 Residents Where Northern Line Trains Go To Retire

Retired London Underground trains now operate as Alderney Railway carriages, preserving history while providing scenic transport on a charming Channel Island.

Larger trains on the Northern line? The 1860s railway that could have been

The proposed Charing Cross railway line in the 1860s aimed to improve central London's transport but was abandoned due to financial crises.

Labyrinth' of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station

Salisbury Station renovations reveal unknown tunnels with historical significance.

The Tiny Island With Just 2000 Residents Where Northern Line Trains Go To Retire

Retired London Underground trains now operate as Alderney Railway carriages, preserving history while providing scenic transport on a charming Channel Island.

Larger trains on the Northern line? The 1860s railway that could have been

The proposed Charing Cross railway line in the 1860s aimed to improve central London's transport but was abandoned due to financial crises.

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People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

A new notification scheme lets nearby residents know about railway engineering work that may disturb their sleep or weekends.

Bridge replacement nightmare over for households living near rail line

The Agar Grove Bridge replacement project has improved local transport infrastructure and ended significant disruptions for residents.

People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

A new notification scheme lets nearby residents know about railway engineering work that may disturb their sleep or weekends.

Bridge replacement nightmare over for households living near rail line

The Agar Grove Bridge replacement project has improved local transport infrastructure and ended significant disruptions for residents.

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'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains halted at Euston post fatality at Watford Junction.

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains disrupted in London due to damaged overhead wires.

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

South Western Railway services may face cancellations due to a driver shortage, with passengers offered alternative travel routes at no extra cost.

Barnet's best and worst train stations in terms of passengers and punctuality

Mill Hill Broadway has the highest usage but the worst punctuality among Barnet's railway stations.

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

The refurbished Class 165/166 Turbo trains are set to rejoin the GWR network after significant investment despite plans for electrification being delayed.

'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains halted at Euston post fatality at Watford Junction.

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains disrupted in London due to damaged overhead wires.

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

South Western Railway services may face cancellations due to a driver shortage, with passengers offered alternative travel routes at no extra cost.

Barnet's best and worst train stations in terms of passengers and punctuality

Mill Hill Broadway has the highest usage but the worst punctuality among Barnet's railway stations.

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

The refurbished Class 165/166 Turbo trains are set to rejoin the GWR network after significant investment despite plans for electrification being delayed.

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Labour pledges to make Sunday trains as reliable as weekday services

Renationalizing the railways aims to make Sunday services as reliable as weekdays, according to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander.

Government planning its oen Great British Railway's train ticket sales website

The government is developing a unified railway ticketing website to simplify train ticket purchases across England.

Labour pledges to make Sunday trains as reliable as weekday services

Renationalizing the railways aims to make Sunday services as reliable as weekdays, according to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander.

Government planning its oen Great British Railway's train ticket sales website

The government is developing a unified railway ticketing website to simplify train ticket purchases across England.

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Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Major upgrades to the signalling system will disrupt services in south London during half-term for significant improvements in punctuality.

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

Rail passengers in south London face a week of significant travel disruptions due to signalling upgrades from October 26 to November 1.

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Sudbury and Harrow Road station is London's least used, with just 18,680 annual journeys, and faces declining patronage with limited train services.

Task force to challenge ministers over rail fares

Devon councillor Andrea Davis seeks lower train fares and improved wi-fi on London routes in response to ongoing disruption from construction work.

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Southern trains face cancellations and diversions due to engineering works from December 16 to December 20.

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Euston Station will revert to displaying departure times instead of digital advertisements after public complaints and a directive from the transport secretary.

Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Major upgrades to the signalling system will disrupt services in south London during half-term for significant improvements in punctuality.

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

Rail passengers in south London face a week of significant travel disruptions due to signalling upgrades from October 26 to November 1.

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Sudbury and Harrow Road station is London's least used, with just 18,680 annual journeys, and faces declining patronage with limited train services.

Task force to challenge ministers over rail fares

Devon councillor Andrea Davis seeks lower train fares and improved wi-fi on London routes in response to ongoing disruption from construction work.

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Southern trains face cancellations and diversions due to engineering works from December 16 to December 20.

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Euston Station will revert to displaying departure times instead of digital advertisements after public complaints and a directive from the transport secretary.

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Watchdog calls for ticketless rail users to get 'yellow card' for first offences

The introduction of a yellow card system is suggested to ensure fairness in ticketing and address the issue of minor fare evasion prosecutions.

'I got a 450 fine for not showing my railcard'

Molly McGregor's experience reveals troubling issues with railcard usage and legal consequences for unsuspecting commuters.

London's weekly railway news

London's transport news highlights ongoing concerns regarding service treatment, strike actions, heritage preservation, and infrastructure investments.

The future of AI-enabled railways

AI has successfully saved 6,000 deer from train collisions in the UK, showcasing its application in wildlife protection.

Campaigners call for unlimited climate card' UK rail pass

Implementing a climate card for unlimited train travel could stimulate economic growth and reduce carbon emissions while simplifying fare structures.

Federal labour board orders rail workers back on the job, imposes binding arbitration | CBC News

The Canadian federal labor board mandated a return to work for railway employees after a significant contract dispute affecting major railways and freight operations.

Ex-rail minister says he understands Labour deal with unions

End the demonization of train drivers; they deserve respect for their skilled, crucial roles in rail safety.

Tens of thousands of train fare fines to be quashed, court rules

Rail companies have admitted to wrongfully prosecuting thousands for fare evasion, leading to upcoming quashed convictions and scrutiny of the legal process.

National railways stop some shipments ahead of possible lockout | CBC News

Railways in Canada are beginning to block shipments in preparation for a possible strike or lockout next week.

Rail Sabotage Blights an Olympic Moment for France

Arsonists sabotaged critical high-speed rail lines before the Paris Olympics, causing chaos and security concerns.

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Inside Germany: Clock debates, controversial hedges and the sorrows of Deutsche Bahn

Labyrinth' of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station

The Tiny Island With Just 2000 Residents Where Northern Line Trains Go To Retire

Larger trains on the Northern line? The 1860s railway that could have been

Labyrinth' of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station

The Tiny Island With Just 2000 Residents Where Northern Line Trains Go To Retire

Larger trains on the Northern line? The 1860s railway that could have been

People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

Bridge replacement nightmare over for households living near rail line

People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

Bridge replacement nightmare over for households living near rail line

'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

Barnet's best and worst train stations in terms of passengers and punctuality

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

'Major' Euston mainline train disruption after fatality on tracks

Trains cancelled and delayed due to rail damage

Trains cancelled over shortage of drivers

Barnet's best and worst train stations in terms of passengers and punctuality

GWR's 10 million refurbishment project: Final train set to rejoin passenger service

Labour pledges to make Sunday trains as reliable as weekday services

Government planning its oen Great British Railway's train ticket sales website

Labour pledges to make Sunday trains as reliable as weekday services

Government planning its oen Great British Railway's train ticket sales website

Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Task force to challenge ministers over rail fares

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Fresh warnings of half-term train travel chaos across south London

Half-term rail nightmare as routes across south London to shut for up to a week

London's least used station that has fewer than 50 passengers a day revealed

Task force to challenge ministers over rail fares

All the Southern trains cancelled, diverted or replaced by buses this week

Euston station is incredibly unpopular but is there light at the end of the tunnel?

Watchdog calls for ticketless rail users to get 'yellow card' for first offences

'I got a 450 fine for not showing my railcard'

London's weekly railway news

The future of AI-enabled railways

Campaigners call for unlimited climate card' UK rail pass

Federal labour board orders rail workers back on the job, imposes binding arbitration | CBC News

Ex-rail minister says he understands Labour deal with unions

Tens of thousands of train fare fines to be quashed, court rules

National railways stop some shipments ahead of possible lockout | CBC News

Rail Sabotage Blights an Olympic Moment for France

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