Crowning glory: Scarborough’s clocktower shines after major restoration
Saturday 28 Mar 2026

Crowning glory: Scarborough’s clocktower shines after major restoration


A painstaking restoration of the clocktower has been completed as part of the Scarborough station upgrade.

Network Rail Media Centre
Time-lapse released as Greek Street roundabout reopens after £20m upgrade
Saturday 28 Mar 2026

Time-lapse released as Greek Street roundabout reopens after £20m upgrade


A new railway bridge supporting a four-way roundabout above the West Coast Main Line in Stockport has reopened after a year-long overhaul.

Network Rail Media Centre
Original red uncovered at Castell Coch after 135 years
Saturday 28 Mar 2026

Original red uncovered at Castell Coch after 135 years


Historic paint research reveals the true colour of Wales's famous ‘red’ castle.

Welsh Government News
Sheffield TPE train driver to run seven marathons in seven days for men's mental health charity
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Sheffield TPE train driver to run seven marathons in seven days for men's mental health charity


A TransPennine Express (TPE) train driver from Sheffield is taking on an extraordinary seven‑day endurance feat of more than 190 miles across the country in aid of a men’s mental health charity. 

TransPennine Express News
Major engineering work at Folkestone Warren to protect the railway from landslips makes good progress
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Major engineering work at Folkestone Warren to protect the railway from landslips makes good progress


18,000 tonnes of rock armour have been placed in front of the sea wall at the iconic coastal location to protect the railway.

Network Rail Media Centre
Chiltern Railways hosts Railway Children Sleepout at London Marylebone Station
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Chiltern Railways hosts Railway Children Sleepout at London Marylebone Station


Chiltern Railways News
ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail continues West of England Line improvement works by renewing track between Yeovil Junction and Honiton this Easter
Friday 27 Mar 2026

ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail continues West of England Line improvement works by renewing track between Yeovil Junction and Honiton this Easter


Over the Easter weekend, Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April, engineers will be replacing the stretch of track on the West of England Line that runs through Seaton Junction, to the west of Axminster.

Network Rail Media Centre
New wave of Wales-made productions set to deliver £50.6million spend
Friday 27 Mar 2026

New wave of Wales-made productions set to deliver £50.6million spend


Nine new TV projects have been approved for Welsh Government funding support so far this year, creating a slate of ambitious scripted shows that are set to bring an additional £50.6million into the Welsh economy.

Welsh Government News
ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail to carry out vital track upgrades between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction this Easter
Friday 27 Mar 2026

ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail to carry out vital track upgrades between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction this Easter


A reduced service will operate between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction over the Easter Weekend, Friday 3 to Monday 6 April, while engineers from Network Rail and South Western Railway carry out vital engineering work to improve reliability on this busy route.

Network Rail Media Centre
ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail to carry out essential maintenance of vital rail corridor near Southampton this Easter
Friday 27 Mar 2026

ONE WEEK TO GO: Network Rail to carry out essential maintenance of vital rail corridor near Southampton this Easter


This Easter weekend, from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April, Network Rail will be carrying out essential maintenance work in the Eastleigh area, a vital corridor for passengers and freight.

Network Rail Media Centre
STARTING TOMORROW: Network Rail begins next phase of upgrades on Portsmouth Direct Line
Friday 27 Mar 2026

STARTING TOMORROW: Network Rail begins next phase of upgrades on Portsmouth Direct Line


Network Rail and South Western Railway are continuing their investment in the Portsmouth Direct Line and will carry out the next phase of signalling and track upgrades starting tomorrow. 

Network Rail Media Centre
TfW continues Cardiff Queen Street trial for Bristol Bears Big Days Out
Friday 27 Mar 2026

TfW continues Cardiff Queen Street trial for Bristol Bears Big Days Out


Transport for Wales (TfW) has confirmed it will continue its post match crowd management trial this weekend for the Bristol Bears v Harlequins Big Day Out fixture at Principality Stadium.

Transport For Wales News
Plans for new Leeds Kirkgate Market leisure attraction take another step forward
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Plans for new Leeds Kirkgate Market leisure attraction take another step forward


A planning application has been submitted for a ‘container village’ attraction at Leeds Kirkgate Market, marking a major milestone for a scheme that aims to add a vibrant new element to the city’s leisure offer.

Leeds City Council News
Wisbech St Mary FC becomes latest grassroots club to receive energy audit as part of The Greener Game
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Wisbech St Mary FC becomes latest grassroots club to receive energy audit as part of The Greener Game


From pitch-side to power use, another local club is being equipped with the insight and investment needed to cut costs, curb emissions and secure its place at the heart of its community

E.ON News
The everyday heroes powering England’s football dreams
Friday 27 Mar 2026

The everyday heroes powering England’s football dreams


From lifts from a helpful neighbour to the terror of the first game and joy of early trophy ceremonies... England stars tell E.ON Next about the quiet community behind their rise – revealing why protecting grassroots clubs through the Greener Game scheme matters more than ever 

E.ON News
Siemens plc CEO, Carl Ennis, to retire
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Siemens plc CEO, Carl Ennis, to retire


After more than 25 years with Siemens, Carl Ennis has decided to retire from his role as Chief Executive Officer for Siemens plc, effective 30 April 2026. 

Siemens News and Information
LNER Champions Young Yorkshire Talent Through Supported Internship Programme
Friday 27 Mar 2026

LNER Champions Young Yorkshire Talent Through Supported Internship Programme


LNER, City of York Council, and York College are proud to be celebrating National Supported Internship Day (27th March) by highlighting the opportunities available for young people leaving education. 

LNER News
Speed of pothole repair in Leeds dramatically increases following challenging climatic start to the year
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Speed of pothole repair in Leeds dramatically increases following challenging climatic start to the year


Efforts by Leeds City Council's highways teams to restore the city’s roads following the challenging weather have seen the pothole repair rate almost triple in the first three months of 2026. 

Leeds City Council News
New explainer videos to support learning
Friday 27 Mar 2026

New explainer videos to support learning


We’ve created two short explainer videos to support your learning. The videos, designed for the social work, social care and children and young people workforce, as well as members of the public, explain who we are, what we do and what it means to be registered with us.

Scottish Social Services News
Gallery’s spectacular Summer of Sculpture shows the shape of things to come
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Gallery’s spectacular Summer of Sculpture shows the shape of things to come


A new seasonal sculptural spectacular will see stunning works by world-renowned artists go on show in Leeds this summer, it was announced today.

Leeds Art Gallery’s Summer of Sculpture will feature an impressive programme of thought-provoking exhibitions and installations including eye-catching pieces by some of contemporary sculpture’s leading lights.

Leeds City Council News
Community feedback sought on Nature and Climate Emergency Strategy
Friday 27 Mar 2026

Community feedback sought on Nature and Climate Emergency Strategy


Forest of Dean District Council invites residents, businesses and organisations to submit their thoughts on the new Nature and Climate Emergency strategy, with a consultation open until 04 May 2026. 

Forest of Dean District Council News