Transport for London has confirmed it holds the contractual right to close more than half of the ticket offices along the new Elizabeth line, raising concerns that such a move could disproportionately affect disabled passengers. Worries about potential closures first emerged last September when the RMT released portions of a contract between TfL and the private sector operator GTS, which runs the line. Documents obtained by Disability News Service now show that the concerns o

An independent councillor has lodged a formal complaint with Transport Scotland over a series of unresolved trunk road problems along the Clyde Coast. Cllr Murdoch said he had repeatedly reassured constituents that concerns were being addressed, but many of the problems remain outstanding. One key issue involved a pedestrian crossing near the new M&S site in Largs, where traffic lights had been out of operation since November. Transport Scotland confirmed it had looked into d

National Highways has made changes to its work programme for the major A52 improvements scheme in Nottingham which will get it back on track after recent storms and unexpected challenges. Working to get the scheme, between the Priory roundabout and the Queen’s Medical Centre, completed as soon as possible, National Highways expects to be able to pull back several weeks work. One of the key changes will see a full weekend closure of the route which will avoid the need for six

Apprentices from Network Rail stepped away from the railway to take part in a military-led team-building challenge in York as part of National Apprenticeship Week (9–15 February). The Ultimate Apprentice Military Challenge was hosted at Worsley Barracks by the British Army’s Headquarters North and the 4th Battalion The Royal Yorkshire Regiment (4RYORKS), with support from the Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship Ambassadors Network (YHAAN). Nearly 50 apprentices attended the e

ScotRail continues to receive strong feedback from passengers, with the vast majority reporting a positive experience when travelling with the operator. Findings from the Rail Customer Experience Survey (RCXS), carried out by passenger watchdog Transport Focus, show that around nine in ten passengers were satisfied with their overall journey. ScotRail achieved particularly positive scores across several core areas. Satisfaction with stations reached 91%, while 90% of responde

Truespeed Communications and Freedom Fibre have entered into an agreement to combine their operations, creating a larger and more capital-efficient full-fibre business. The newly formed group is expected to play a significant role in the continued consolidation of the UK’s alternative network (altnet) market. The merger unites two complementary and largely unlevered businesses, bringing together a footprint of approximately 412,000 premises ready for service and a combined cu

Cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology is playing a significant role in addressing verbal and physical abuse directed at tramway employees in Greater Manchester, following its introduction in local schools. The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) and KeolisAmey Metrolink are supporting an innovative scheme that uses immersive digital experiences to demonstrate the real-life consequences of anti-social and criminal behaviour on transport workers and members of

Westminster City Council has approved a three-year programme to overhaul tactile paving across the city, aiming to make pedestrian crossings safer and more visible for visually impaired people and other pedestrians. The council is investing £1.49 million to enhance colour contrast, improve consistency, and provide clearer guidance at crossings, bringing them in line with national accessibility standards. Previous council guidance had not fully matched these standards, resulti

Green Flag has become the first nationwide UK breakdown service to implement HAAS Alert’s Safety Cloud® across its entire fleet, marking a significant step forward in roadside safety innovation. This move highlights Green Flag’s ongoing commitment to protecting its network of technicians while they assist motorists. The rollout is being managed in partnership with Apex Networks, HAAS Alert’s strategic collaborator, ensuring a smooth implementation of the digital alert system

Network Rail’s new training facility in Doncaster is already making a difference in helping apprentices develop the skills needed to maintain, improve and future-proof Britain’s railway. In the past year, Network Rail has welcomed 290 joiners into its apprenticeship programmes. This forms part of the organisation’s wider commitment to developing skilled talent, with 1,780 apprentices recruited during the last five years. Last weekend (Sunday 8 February) marked 100 days since

Riders across London were unable to hire bikes on Wednesday due to issues with the Santander Cycles app. The disruption meant that app users are were unable to unlock the bikes from docking stations. Transport for London (TfL) said that the service was now back up and running and that the problems had been caused by an unsuccessful system update by O2. An O2 spokesperson apologised to customers who were affected by the network issue and said that "teams acted swiftly and were

Residents in rural Trafford are pushing for improved public transport rather than a new road through Carrington Moss, with local MP Andrew Western describing a tram link to Partington and Carrington as “desperately needed.” The proposed Carrington Relief Road is aimed at easing congestion in Partington and Carrington but would see more than half of its route cut through the green space of Carrington Moss. Opponents have labelled the plan “catastrophic” for the environment, w

Transport union RMT hosted an Action Against Assaults event at the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday, 11 February, demanding stronger protections for railway workers, including safe staffing levels and an end to lone working. The campaign brings together MSPs, unions, and community groups to address the rising levels of violence and abuse faced by public transport staff and passengers. Front-line workers, many of whom are women, continue to experience verbal threats, harassmen

Commuters on the Northern Line at Tottenham Court Road might do a double take this week as tube maps at the station temporarily take on the appearance of a pint of Guinness. Eleven route maps have been redesigned, complete with the Guinness harp logo and the famous toucan perched atop one sign, while the roundel has been swapped for the brand’s emblem in some areas of Tottenham Court Road and Covent Garden stations. The Central and Elizabeth line maps remain unchanged. The ca

Heathrow Airport has started 2026 with record-breaking passenger numbers, yet its leadership has warned that the UK’s largest airport could lose its top position without further expansion. In January, around 6.5 million passengers passed through the airport, a 2.2% increase compared with the same month last year, making it the busiest January in Heathrow’s history. Several peak days saw over 250,000 travellers, surpassing the previous record of 246,000. Despite the milestone,

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9–15 February), the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) is highlighting the contribution apprentices are making to the transformation of rail services across the North of England. As the programme enters a significant phase of delivery, work is well underway to provide faster journeys, increased service frequency and a greener, more reliable railway. Supporting these ambitions is a growing network of apprentices working across a br