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The government will fund £80 million to upgrade Wi-Fi on 500 trains by 2026, aiming to end connectivity blackspots and triple average speeds to 50Mbps. Final contracts are set to be awarded next month.
A six-week trial for a £1.8m hovercraft service between Southsea and Ryde kicks off 15 June, slashing journey times by two-thirds. Politicians and ferry operators hail the test as a potential game-changer for cross-Solent commuters.
Meteorologists confirm Tuesday could mark the first time England breaks May’s all-time heat record twice in a single week, with some regions expected to exceed 35°C. The Met Office warns of dangerous conditions as wildfire risks surge alongside extreme temperatures.
Holidaymakers endured hours-long queues at Dover on Saturday as France reinstated border controls, prompting an immediate suspension of additional checks. French authorities acted after pressure mounted from UK transport officials and local police.
Every child aged 5 to 15 will ride local buses free across England next month under a new government scheme launching August 1. The initiative aims to cut transport costs for families during the summer holidays, with no application required. Local councils must opt in by mid-July to participate.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delayed the planned 5p fuel duty hike until April 2025, a move that saves motorists £100 annually but risks £1.2bn in lost tax revenue. The decision comes as inflation on transport costs hits 9.8% and retail fuel prices remain near record highs.
Families face a July deadline for a permanent ruling on the Kings Worthy to The Henry Beaufort School bus service as parents warn of dangerous walking routes. The Independent Appeal Panel has deferred a decision while awaiting further council evidence, leaving children in limbo.
Transport Secretary James Cleverly will push for a complete HS2 network despite fresh delays and £4.2bn savings plan, sources reveal. The move aims to prevent job losses and protect existing infrastructure investments.
Transport Secretary confirms the high-speed rail project’s price tag has nearly doubled, with trains now slower than originally promised. The government insists work will continue despite the staggering overrun.
Unleaded petrol hit its highest cost since the 1980s Iran-Iraq conflict on Wednesday, with prices climbing 3.2p in a month. Analysts warn the surge reflects tightening global oil reserves and supply chain disruptions.
A damning review finds HS2's budget exploded after engineers chased maximum speeds and ministers fast-tracked the project. The fallout could block future high-speed rail ambitions.
A payment of £726 to jump a six-month driving test queue has triggered a nationwide crackdown on illegal premium booking schemes. New regulations take effect this week, barring fast-track options and mandating transparent wait times for all applicants.
The £131 million Melton Mowbray bypass has been officially named Pork Pie Way after winning 65% of a public vote. The four-mile route, set to open in phases by Monday, cuts through the town’s historic centre, easing gridlock and marking a landmark for Leicestershire’s infrastructure.
A government rail regulator has rejected proposals to restore passenger services on the disused Meon Valley line. The decision halts hopes of reviving the route between Fareham and East Tithes, cutting off a potential transport lifeline for communities in southern Hampshire.
A government regulator has rejected plans to restore passenger services on a dormant Hampshire rail line, citing unacceptable safety risks. The surprise decision halts a £120 million regeneration scheme backed by local leaders and commuters alike.
Legislation to create the Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority has passed its first major parliamentary test, unlocking £1.3bn in devolved funding. The authority will take control of transport, skills and housing from Whitehall by 2025, bypassing regional mayor elections until 2028.
Winchester’s Central Winchester Regeneration faces mixed reviews as city leaders tout progress while critics condemn the retention of the Kings Walk building. A council update reveals shifting timelines and public feedback shaping the £250m project.
Discounted ticket holders using railcards will undergo enhanced verification starting April as part of a crackdown on ticketing fraud. The trial targets fraudulent claims worth £20 million annually.