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Updates on the latest news stories concerning the rail industry in the UK (and sometimes beyond!) Mostly on YouTube: youtube.com/@networknewsuk Managed by @mikewillsee.bsky.social
New Video! Recently, it was announced that a feasibility study is being carried out into the potential for tram-trains in Edinburgh. Let's discuss what that could look like: 👇 youtu.be/vw7n7zdylfE
How Tram-Trains Could Save Edinburgh's Suburban Rail Line!
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New Video! After more than a decade of being hated by commuters, Thameslink's dreaded "Ironing Board" seats are finally set to be replaced! youtu.be/RJRclzx7ps4
Thameslink Finally Set to Scrap Controversial "Ironing Board" Seats
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New Video! Recently, Virgin Trains made headlines when it was granted the rights to run trains along HS1 as part of its new services through the Channel Tunnel. But over the past few weeks, there have been several other major developments which are also worth discussing: youtu.be/ILNhu6Ph_Y8
Competition is Coming to the Channel Tunnel Sooner Than You Think!
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New Video! In the West Midlands, a fascinating trial is taking place which will see people commuting on heritage rolling stock between Bewdley and Birmingham: youtu.be/SnkgUT9_iH4
New Trial to Run Commuter Services to Bewdley Using Heritage Fleet!
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Make sure you tune into surreyhillsradio.co.uk LIVE from 5 - 7PM where I'll be playing some great music, and discussing the latest rail news, including: Caledonian Sleeper's International Plans Lumo's toilets scandal The plan to fix EMR Intercity Trenitalia's new trains to run to London AND MORE!
Could a direct train between Scotland and Mainland Europe be a reality one day? The Scottish Government certainly seem to think so! In this video, we'll investigate the challenges a new service will have to face, and whether it has any chance of moving forwards: youtu.be/0byPbRAa-X4
New Caledonian Sleeper Route to Mainland Europe Proposed!
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New Video! A few months ago, Network News reached 10,000 subscribers on YouTube, so to celebrate, I decided to do a special Q&A! youtu.be/Cjwqpp0fNpI
10,000 Subscriber Q&A Special / Michael C 2K Sub Special
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New Video! Okehampton Interchange Station is set to open VERY SOON, so in this video, we'll take a look at everything you need to know about the new station, from its location, to its facilities and service levels, before finally revealing when it will actually open. youtu.be/0HA7XIcZp6M
Okehampton Interchange Opening Date Revealed: The Dartmoor Line's Newest Station!
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New Video! Recently, the Midland Mainline has been in chaos, with a fleet of chronically unreliable trains forcing EMR into making emergency cuts to its timetable, whilst staff are also promising to strike over safety fears. What on earth is going on? Watch now to find out: youtu.be/FRMFnK4wHoo
Major Disruption to EMR Services Following Poor Reliability Of New Trains
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New Video! With a new Prime Minister set to enter Number 10 in the following days, what changes can we expect to see to the government's transport policy? youtu.be/KL025Lx1jaw
What Will Burnham Mean for Transport?
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New Video! Today we're looking to the south west of the country, where momentum has been building around the idea of a new mainline between Devon and Cornwall. In this video, we'll take a look at the plans, and discuss whether they really have any chance of moving forward: youtu.be/siVVAUMBEx8
Kernow Connect: The Bold Plan For A Second Mainline to Cornwall
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Somehow I managed to blag my way into an appearance on tonight's (delayed) episode of @railnatter.uk, so make sure you tune in for all sorts of fun chaos! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up4z...
Labour’s rail promises versus reality | #Railnatter 311
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Yesterday, the first train to be painted in the new Great British Railways livery was revealed to the public ahead of the nationalisation of Govia Thameslink Railway, so I headed to Brighton to check it out! Watch: youtu.be/qqSO-ipc9Uk
Great British Railways' Livery Unveiled in Brighton Ahead of GTR Takeover!
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I am considering tackling the myths surrounding the specification of #HS2 and the claim "it's too fast", but from a civils perspective. In the meantime @networknews.org.uk has released an excellent explanation about the details of the latest announcement regarding speed. #HS2
Network News@networknews.org.uk · 4mo agoWhat the heck is going on with HS2 now??? Watch our newest video to find out: youtu.be/zLgLuxQS6nY
What the heck is going on with HS2 now??? Watch our newest video to find out: youtu.be/zLgLuxQS6nY
Government Lowers Top Speed of HS2 In Attempt To Save Costs: Is The Loss Worth It?
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Thank you all so much! ❤️ Last night we hit an absolutely INCREDIBLE milestone, and to celebrate, I've decided to do a special Q&A that will go out at some point in the coming weeks. Any questions should be left under the newest community post: youtube.com/post/UgkxKle...
It was recently confirmed that a new fleet of trains has been ordered for the flagship Enterprise service that links Dublin and Belfast. In this video, we'll take a deep-dive look at the new fleet, discussing everything from their passenger facilities to their technical capabilities:
New Trains Ordered for Dublin - Belfast Enterprise Service
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Lumo have confirmed the start date for their new services along the West Coast Mainline between London and Stirling! In this video, we'll discuss everything you need to know about the new route, including the history, rolling stock, fares, and service pattern: youtu.be/Yd15WOtDcZk
Lumo Confirms Start Date for New London - Stirling Service!
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Glasgow is currently undergoing a very ambitious modernisation of its Subway network, with new trains, station upgrades, and even driverless operations in the future! In this video we'll discuss everything you need to know about the programme, and what it means for the future: youtu.be/lTBZDbaoztQ
Glasgow Subway Modernisation Explained: Everything You Need To Know!
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Did you know that we're getting not one, not two, but THREE new tram stops opening over this next week? In this latest video, we'll take an in-depth look at all three of the new stops, discussing their opening date, justification behind them, and how they fit into the future: youtu.be/Vtaqoz9cqK0
Two Tram Expansions Opening Soon: Magna Tram-Train & Birmingham Eastside Metro
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New Video! This time we're taking an in-depth look at the five new stations opening in the West Midlands, including the Camp Hill Line, which is set to open on the 7th of April: youtu.be/lBr_aXOoDUE
Camp Hill Line Opening Soon: Birmingham's Next Three Stations!
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A big thank you to @networknews.org.uk for his assistance with this video. His channel is well worth a follow if you're interested in rail policy, rolling stock and other rail news.
Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️🌈@railfocus.bsky.social · 6mo ago🚨 Latest Video 🚨 #HS2 Euston station and approach BIG update (part 1) ▶️ youtu.be/nzl6VJgKDSU ◀️
New Video! Bedlington Station opens in less than a month, and when it does, the Northumberland line will be complete! In this video we'll take a look at the new station, analyse the successes and failures of the Northumberland line, and examine its future expansion plans! youtu.be/gV8DDlzDREs
The Northumberland Line is ALMOST Complete: Bedlington Opening Soon!
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New Video! This time it's something a bit different because I'm filming ON LOCATION to discuss the controversial rebuild plans of London Liverpool Street. I'm really pleased with this video and hope you guys will enjoy it as a lot of effort's gone into this one! youtu.be/l1cuY8fjr7I
Everything YOU Need To Know About Liverpool Street's CONTROVERSIAL Rebuild Plans!
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Recently, LNER revealed the interior for the future class 897 units, which are set to enter service in the next few years. In this video, we'll take a look at the proposed interior and discuss the broader context surrounding these trains' debut under GBR! youtu.be/wVNkcIq9-uY
LNER Reveals Interior Design For CAF's Class 897 'Serenza' Trains!
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New Video! West Midlands Trains (responsible for London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway) was nationalised today, so in today's upload, we'll take a look at exactly what's changing, why, and what the future holds for GBR! youtu.be/yZdhSmXZdh0
West Midlands Trains Has Been Nationalised: Everything You Need To Know!
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New Video! This time we're taking a look at GWR's new battery trains, which are set to enter service IMMINETLY on the Greenford Branch. How did these trains come about, how do they work, and what future do they hold? Watch now to find out! youtu.be/EWG02wlsvfs
GWR Sets Date For Introduction of Battery Trains on Greenford Branch
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New Video! This time we're returning to Northumberland, as the next station on the Northumberland line has had its opening date announced. Find out everything you need to know in the new video: youtu.be/4pEsoJaRgiQ
Northumberland Park Opening Date Confirmed As Northumberland Line Celebrates 1 Million Journeys!
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New Video! This time we're taking a deep-dive look into the government's plans for Northern Powerhouse Rail, discussing exactly what's coming, and whether it's all it's cracked up to be: youtu.be/Ip0DqQBFVs4
Northern Powerhouse Rail Plans REVEALED: Everything You Need To Know!
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