Great Western Railway introduces record-breaking battery train into passenger service
Saturday 31 Jan 2026

Great Western Railway introduces record-breaking battery train into passenger service


Great Western Railway today (Saturday 31 January) introduced the UK’s first battery-only powered train into passenger service.

GWR News
“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops
Saturday 31 Jan 2026

“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops


Highlights include King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition, new interactive environments, updated storyline in The Island, expanded customization features, and more

2K News
“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops
Friday 30 Jan 2026

“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops


Highlights include King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition, new interactive environments, updated storyline in The Island, expanded customisation features, and more

2K News
“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops
Friday 30 Jan 2026

“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops


Highlights include King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition, new interactive environments, updated storyline in The Island, expanded customisation features, and more

2K News
“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops
Friday 30 Jan 2026

“The Best in the World” CM Punk Graces WWE® 2K26 Cover as Four New Match Types, Upgrades to All Game Modes, and Unprecedented Roster Ensure The Show Never Stops


Highlights include King of Kings Edition, Attitude Era Edition, Monday Night War Edition, new interactive environments, updated storyline in The Island, expanded customization features, and more

2K Newsroom
Month-long amnesty targets now-illegal Bruni firearms
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Month-long amnesty targets now-illegal Bruni firearms


An amnesty for five TVBF models manufactured by Bruni will run throughout February.

National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC)
E.ON Next partners with Judy Murray to inspire Scottish students at the latest ‘Kids in Sport’ event
Friday 30 Jan 2026

E.ON Next partners with Judy Murray to inspire Scottish students at the latest ‘Kids in Sport’ event


E.ON Next, the energy supplier and sustainable solutions provider, has hosted a ‘Kids in Sport’ event for students in Inverclyde today (30 January 2026), aiming to inspire children to consider a future career within sports and its supporting industries.

E.ON News
Bluestone National Park Resort celebrates King’s Award for Enterprise at official presentation ceremony
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Bluestone National Park Resort celebrates King’s Award for Enterprise at official presentation ceremony


Bluestone National Park Resort has been presented with The King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.

PembrokeshireCC News
This weekend: £3.8 track upgrade begins at Aberdeen Station
Friday 30 Jan 2026

This weekend: £3.8 track upgrade begins at Aberdeen Station


Network Rail engineers will begin £3.8m worth of track improvements at Aberdeen Station tomorrow (Saturday 31 January) to help boost the reliability and performance of one of the busiest parts of Scotland’s railway. 

Network Rail Media Centre
Children’s play area in Stourbridge to be upgraded
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Children’s play area in Stourbridge to be upgraded


A play area in Greenfield Gardens is set for an exciting £33,000 upgrade, with new and inclusive play equipment being installed this spring.  

Dudley Council News
Haverfordwest young people celebrated with prestigious King’s Trust Award
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Haverfordwest young people celebrated with prestigious King’s Trust Award


A group of young people from Haverfordwest High School are celebrating a major achievement after being named Wales Country final winners at the King’s Trust Awards 2026.

PembrokeshireCC News
Plans to secure future of National Museum Cardiff take a step forward
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Plans to secure future of National Museum Cardiff take a step forward


Design team appointed as options for potential redevelopment plans at the Museum are explored 

National Museum Wales News
Dom Joly bringing Trigger Happy anniversary show to Dudley
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Dom Joly bringing Trigger Happy anniversary show to Dudley


Dom Joly is to bring a 25th anniversary celebration of his hidden camera cult show Trigger Happy TV to Dudley later this year, it was revealed today.

Dudley Council News
Young train enthusiast enjoys behind-the-scenes visit to Newcastle depot
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Young train enthusiast enjoys behind-the-scenes visit to Newcastle depot


A young train enthusiast has been treated to a special behind-the-scenes experience at TransPennine Express’ (TPE) Newcastle depot.

TransPennine Express News
Industry leaders gather at Stagecoach Nuneaton to accelerate the roadmap for zero-emission bus fleets
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Industry leaders gather at Stagecoach Nuneaton to accelerate the roadmap for zero-emission bus fleets


  • Experts agreed the transition to zero-emission buses requires a collaborative approach at all levels of government, prioritising investment in depot infrastructure, grid capacity and energy systems
  • The session explored ‘joined-up’ solutions to maximise large-scale decarbonisation across the transport sector
  • The event demonstrated how local electrification projects like the Nuneaton depot serve as essential models for national societal and environmental goals
Stagecoach Group News for Media and Press
St David Awards finalists 2026 announced
Friday 30 Jan 2026

St David Awards finalists 2026 announced


The finalists for this year’s prestigious St David Awards have been announced by the First Minister, Eluned Morgan.

Welsh Government News
London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services return to public ownership
Friday 30 Jan 2026

London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services return to public ownership


From 1 February 2026, passengers who travel with London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway will benefit from reliable and better-connected services.

DFTO News
Mirfield station transformation for faster, more connected travel across the North
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Mirfield station transformation for faster, more connected travel across the North


Customers in Mirfield will now benefit from a transformed station which includes new step-free access, longer platforms and improved facilities, marking the latest milestone in the £11 billion Transpennine Route Upgrade.

Network Rail Media Centre
Pothole potluck: UK road conditions now in the international spotlight, as potholes are cited in concerns over transporting the Bayeux Tapestry
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Pothole potluck: UK road conditions now in the international spotlight, as potholes are cited in concerns over transporting the Bayeux Tapestry


Report reveals which councils are slowest at making repairs

GoCompare News
Cotswold district set for nearly £1m investment in sport, community spaces, and cycling
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Cotswold district set for nearly £1m investment in sport, community spaces, and cycling


Residents across the Cotswold district are set to benefit from almost £1 million of investment in three projects part-funded through Cotswold District Council’s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), boosting sports facilities, strengthening community spaces and supporting greener travel. 

Cotswold District Council News
Virtual Reality project gets Milne’s pupils moving
Friday 30 Jan 2026

Virtual Reality project gets Milne’s pupils moving


An innovative new project is using virtual reality to encourage school pupils to become more physically active. 

Moray Council News