Birmingham railway station set for permanent closure as consultation opens
A consultation has opened following proposals by Network Rail to permanently close Bordesley railway station in Birmingham. Network Rail says that the main reason for…
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130 extra trains a week through Gloucestershire town thanks to Midlands Rail Hub
Direct train services between Swindon and Birmingham via Kemble could become a reality with the development of the Midlands Rail Hub.
Midlands Rail Hub Alliance confirmed in major step forward
VolkerRail, Laing O’Rourke, Atkins Realis and Siemens Mobility have formed the Midlands Rail Hub Alliance to design and develop a huge upgrade for the Midlands…
Plans to restart direct trains from Swindon to Birmingham after 20-year gap
Will Stone, Labour MP for Swindon North, has been discussing plans to restore direct train services between the town and Birmingham for the first time…
Gloucestershire stations could gain direct services to Birmingham
The Midlands Rail Hub has been under discussion between MP Dr Simon Opher, Midlands Connect and rail chiefs.
Midlands Rail Hub names preferred alliance partners
The 'Midlands Rail Hub' project has named the four companies which are its preferred partners for the scheme.
Rail Industry to Benefit from £92.8 Billion Investment
The government has given the green light for over 50 road and rail upgrades, which are set to benefit millions.
Redditch MP Backs Midlands Rail Hub
Midlands Connect's plans for the Midlands Rail Hub have been backed by Redditch MP Chris Bloore as it will see over 25 trains a day added to the line.…
“West Midlands” carriage features as the Inspiration train arrives in Birmingham
A specialist West Midlands carriage features in the Inspiration exhibition train, as it opens its doors in Birmingham
Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding
A new rail improvement scheme, which will benefit 7 million people, has been given the go-ahead.