Alex Bestwick

HS2 speed could be reduced to keep costs down

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Alex Bestwick

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24th March 2026

The Transport Secretary has proposed that HS2 run at a slower speed than originally planned in order to keep the costs of the major rail project down.
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April 2026

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Alex Bestwick

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20th March 2026

Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the April issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network.
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Glasgow Central railway station to partially reopen

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Alex Bestwick

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18th March 2026

Glasgow Central railway station will partially reopen following a fire that ripped through a neighbouring building.
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New checks for railcard discounts to be introduced

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Alex Bestwick

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18th March 2026

Passengers using railcard discounts will be required to pass additional checks as part of a Government crackdown on fare dodging.
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Glasgow Central to stay closed until at least March 18 as demolition work starts

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Alex Bestwick

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13th March 2026

The main part of Glasgow Central station will remain closed until at least Wednesday, authorities have said.
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“No estimate” on when Glasgow Central station will reopen following fire

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Alex Bestwick

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9th March 2026

Travel disruption is expected to last throughout Monday following a fire broke in a building adjacent to Glasgow Central railway station on Sunday.
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First rail fare freeze in 30 years introduced

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Alex Bestwick

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3rd March 2026

The first rail fare freeze in 30 years came into effect on Monday.
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Eligibility for Disabled Persons Railcard to be extended from Sunday

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Alex Bestwick

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25th February 2026

More people will become eligible for a Disabled Person Railcard from Sunday following a review of the eligibility criteria.
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Network Rail to take control of Channel Tunnel rail freight site

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Alex Bestwick

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25th February 2026

A Government-backed deal to transform a Channel Tunnel rail freight terminal in east London has been announced.
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March 2026

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Alex Bestwick

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23rd February 2026

Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the March issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network.
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