Trackanory: Michael Morpurgo brings a brand-new legend to life in storytime series celebrating The Line to Legend Land
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Trackanory: Michael Morpurgo brings a brand-new legend to life in storytime series celebrating The Line to Legend Land


Michael Morpurgo brings a brand-new legend to life as part of a new ‘Trackanory’ storytime series to celebrate The Line to Legend Land.

GWR News
FM gets behind-the-scenes look at North Wales’ new orthopaedic centre
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

FM gets behind-the-scenes look at North Wales’ new orthopaedic centre


The First Minister Eluned Morgan was given a tour today of the new North Wales Surgical Centre in Llandudno, ahead of its opening in May.   

Welsh Government News
Why clean, home‑grown power is the only route to lasting energy resilience
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Why clean, home‑grown power is the only route to lasting energy resilience


Chris Norbury, CEO of E.ON UK, has written in Utility Week with his reflections on the impact of the conflict in the Middle East, and how the UK can better its energy resilience while making the system fairer and fit for the future.

E.ON News
Council backs bold bids for UK’s first Town of Culture crown
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Council backs bold bids for UK’s first Town of Culture crown


Dudley borough is aiming high as Dudley, Brierley Hill and Stourbridge set their sights on becoming the UK’s first ever Town of Culture.

Dudley Council News
VIDEO: Virtual reality helping teach young people in Wales and Borders about the dangers of trespassing on the railway
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

VIDEO: Virtual reality helping teach young people in Wales and Borders about the dangers of trespassing on the railway


The technology has been rolled out on the Wales and Borders route for the first time - already reaching more than 2,000 school children. 

Network Rail Media Centre
Response to Police Race Action Plan ISOB report
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Response to Police Race Action Plan ISOB report


The Independent Scrutiny and Oversight Board has published its final report into PRAP

National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC)
Green light for Five Acres: Construction start date officially set
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Green light for Five Acres: Construction start date officially set


Forest of Dean District Council is delighted to confirm that contractual agreements have now been finalised with lead contractor Willmott Dixon. This signals the exciting next step in delivering modern, high-quality leisure facilities at Five Acres, with initial site setup and construction intended to begin on 27 April 2026. 

Forest of Dean District Council News
FirstGroup expands UK coach portfolio with acquisition of Bristol’s Eagle Coaches
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

FirstGroup expands UK coach portfolio with acquisition of Bristol’s Eagle Coaches


FirstGroup has acquired Eagle Coaches, a long-established family coach operator based in Bristol, further strengthening its position in the UK coach market and expanding the breadth of its customer proposition.

First Bus UK News
Targeted battery use could save households hundreds and ease investment pressures on power networks, E.ON modelling shows
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Targeted battery use could save households hundreds and ease investment pressures on power networks, E.ON modelling shows


Domestic batteries can cut household energy bills in the short term and support investments to meet growing demand on local power networks, new analysis from E.ON shows

E.ON News
Woodkirk Valley FC becomes the latest grassroots club to receive an energy audit as part of The Greener Game
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Woodkirk Valley FC becomes the latest grassroots club to receive an 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
South Eastern Railway: A Journey Through Time – watch it back now!
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

South Eastern Railway: A Journey Through Time – watch it back now!


Earlier this month, South Eastern Railway welcomed around 170 guests to a special evening event to celebrate the rich history and exciting future of the railway in London and the south east.

Southeastern Railway News
Stockport station unveils new artwork celebrating town’s music scene
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Stockport station unveils new artwork celebrating town’s music scene


Avanti West Coast unveils artwork at Stockport station celebrating town's rich music heritage. 

Avanti West Coast News
Dig up some fun this half term at the National Museum of Rural Life
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Dig up some fun this half term at the National Museum of Rural Life


Spring has arrived at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride this half term. Dig into soil themed storytelling sessions and craft activities, and visit the new-born lambs during Spring Explorers, running from 14-17 April.  

National Museums Scotland News
Liverpool Lime Street’s Assisted Travel Lounge opens to passengers
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Liverpool Lime Street’s Assisted Travel Lounge opens to passengers


Passengers who need help to get on and off trains at Liverpool Lime Street station will now have access to a dedicated waiting area, as well as a number of new features to improve their journeys.

Network Rail Media Centre
E.ON Next launches the UK’s first hybrid tariff giving households more certainty and peace of mind as energy prices continue to fluctuate
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

E.ON Next launches the UK’s first hybrid tariff giving households more certainty and peace of mind as energy prices continue to fluctuate


  • E.ON Next launches Next Steady to help protect customers from price volatility caused by the current energy crisis.
  • Next Steady is the only tariff offering customers sub-cap pricing now combined with a secure fixed rate from July 2026 – giving them more certainty during a volatile period.
  • No internal exit fees mean customers can switch to another E.ON Next tariff at any point if energy prices drop or if it feels like the right choice for them.
E.ON News
Gull management advice given
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Gull management advice given


Efforts to manage urban gulls in Moray are being stepped up as the busy nesting season begins.  

Moray Council News
'Building the next generation of green skills' by Degree Apprentice, Phoebe Lees
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

'Building the next generation of green skills' by Degree Apprentice, Phoebe Lees


As the UK accelerates towards net zero, green skills matter now more than ever before. 

E.ON News
TfW ffeibr extends next generation full-fibre network into the heart of Cardiff
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

TfW ffeibr extends next generation full-fibre network into the heart of Cardiff


ffeibr has reached another major milestone for Wales’ digital future, successfully extending its next-generation full fibre network off the Core Valley Lines train-tracks and right into the heart of Cardiff’s city centre – all the way down to Cardiff Bay.  

Transport For Wales News
Greater Manchester pupils on track to shape future of rail new TPE school partnership
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Greater Manchester pupils on track to shape future of rail new TPE school partnership


TransPennine Express (TPE) is set to give young people an insight into what a career in rail looks like after launching a partnership with a school in Greater Manchester.

TransPennine Express News
Maintenance contract opportunities for Moray businesses
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

Maintenance contract opportunities for Moray businesses


Moray Council is inviting local contractors to tender for a wide range of building maintenance work to support the council’s inhouse Building Services team over the next four years.

Moray Council News
STARTING TOMORROW: Network Rail to carry out vital track upgrades between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction this Easter
Thursday 2 Apr 2026

STARTING TOMORROW: 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