South Western Railway Apologizes After 10-Hour Disruption Caused by Slippery Rails Wednesday, September 24, 2025 southwesternrailway disruption slipperyrails networkrail traindelays commuters railsafety trainservice ticketrefunds exeter South Western Railway has issued a formal apology to passengers after a significant 10-hour disruption between Exeter St Davids and Basingstoke caused by slippery rail conditions. The disruption, reported early Tuesday … Read More
Major Road to Close for Seven Weeks During Portway Bridge Refurbishment Monday, September 22, 2025 frome portway a362 networkrail bridge refurbishment railway closure construction traffic The A362 in Frome will be completely closed for seven weeks starting October 6, as Network Rail undertakes essential refurbishment work on the Portway railway bridge. This major infrastructure upgrade aims to enhance safety … Read More
Major Road to Close for Seven Weeks as Portway Railway Bridge Undergoes Essential Works Monday, September 22, 2025 portway frome networkrail a362 bridge refurbishment railway closure diversion infrastructure Network Rail is set to close the A362 completely for seven weeks as it carries out essential refurbishment work on the Portway railway bridge in Frome. The bridge, originally built in the 1970s, supports a railway line over … Read More
New Wellington Railway Station Delayed Until 2028 with Increased Costs Friday, September 19, 2025 wellington railway delays construction networkrail transport infrastructure costs accessroad railservices The construction of Wellington’s new railway station has encountered significant delays and rising costs, postponing its opening until 2028. Initially estimated at around £15 million, the project’s budget has now … Read More
Wellington Station Project Moves Forward After Years of Delay Wednesday, September 17, 2025 wellington railway networkrail station construction transport infrastructure campaign somerset liberaldemocrats Wellington’s Member of Parliament, Gideon Amos, has described a recent site meeting with Network Rail officials as “very positive,” as plans for the town’s new railway station gain momentum after years of uncertainty. Mr. … Read More
Bank Holiday Getaway Warning: Severe Delays Expected on the M5 Tuesday, August 19, 2025 bankholiday traffic m5 congestion rac delay travel networkrail roadworks raildisruption As the August bank holiday weekend approaches, drivers across the UK are being urged to prepare for significant traffic delays on major routes. The RAC estimates that 17.6 million car trips will be made over the four-day … Read More