Customer News

Community Rail Partnerships from across the Great Western Railway network won a string of accolades at last night’s Community Rail Awards.

The groundbreaking mission of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine has been celebrated at an event for parliamentarians and policymakers in Westminster. 

Network Rail, working closely with Glasgow City Council, will reopen the upper Hope Street exit of Glasgow Central from Sunday 22 March, giving passengers another way to safely leave the station.  

A new era for railway leadership begins as Laura Shoaf, Tony Poulter and Charles Donald are appointed as Non-Executive Directors to the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) Board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR).

• E.ON Next has confirmed it will pass on every penny of savings announced by the government last Autumn to its customers.
• From 1 April, customers on Next Fixed 15m v12 will automatically see their energy bills come down by £132 for a typical household.

Prendergast CP School in Haverfordwest has secured a prestigious award underlining the school’s commitment to support pupils and families from the Armed Services.

Passengers travelling through Manchester Piccadilly will now have a new space to enjoy as the station's first community garden opens to the public.

Train operator Northern is celebrating a series of wins from across the North of England at the 21st Community Rail Awards, held in Derby on Thursday 19 March.

Dudley Council’s two hours’ free parking is returning to all council‑owned pay and display car parks from 1 April.

1 April 2026 marks the first anniversary of PVG scheme membership becoming a legal requirement in Scotland. 

Representatives from a range of groups and organisations across the county gathered to discuss tackling poverty in Pembrokeshire at a special summit, held on 13th March.

Ryanair today announced a £40million expansion of its maintenance facility at Prestwick Airport, which will see the construction of a new 11,938 sqm 4-bay heavy maintenance hangar and additional component workshops.

Moray Council shared details of its pilot scheme to allow overnight stays for campervans and motorhomes at Station Road car park in Burghead. 

A third innovative pothole repair system is being trialled as part of Leeds City Council’s investment to improve the speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness of pothole repairs across the city.

Multi‑million pound investment to deliver affordable heat while creating jobs, boosting green skills and supporting long‑term community benefits

Her story highlights the value of apprenticeships, the importance of representation, and the opportunities available for the next generation of talent.

Smoking and vaping are set to be sidelined at local sports clubs across Leeds thanks to a partnership between Leeds City Council, Leeds Rhinos Foundation and Leeds United Foundation.

Scottish Ministers are looking for someone with significant experience in finance and audit with oversight of large budgets and the ability to analyse and review complex issues to join our Council.

Passengers travelling into London Marylebone have been urged to plan their journeys in advance ahead of upgrades taking place on 28 and 29 March.

The council stands shoulder to shoulder with refugees and migrants who are concerned about Government changes that could make it harder for them to settle in the UK, Council Leader Cllr Una O'Halloran and Cllr Sheila Chapman, Executive Member for Equalities, Communities & Inclusion, have written. Read their letter in full below. 

The Active Schools Primary Cross Country, Moray’s largest sporting festival for young people, is to take place on Saturday 21 March from 11.10am.