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Updates on the latest news stories concerning the rail industry in the UK (and sometimes beyond!)
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Mostly on YouTube: youtube.com/@networknewsuk
Managed by @mikewillsee.bsky.social
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New Video!
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
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Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Virgin Trains To Launch New Channel Tunnel Services To Compete With Eurostar From 2030!
YouTube video by Network News
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October 30, 2025 at 11:27 PM
New Video!
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
Today's big news is that Virgin Trains has been granted the rights to compete with Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel, so in this video we discuss the details of the plan, what could have happened instead, and what the future holds for the new operator:
youtu.be/ZeWRTffu4Cw
New video!
Today, Eurostar has confirmed it is ordering a new fleet of high speed double-decker trains, but will they actually make it through to London?
youtu.be/81uBAEK9I6E
Today, Eurostar has confirmed it is ordering a new fleet of high speed double-decker trains, but will they actually make it through to London?
youtu.be/81uBAEK9I6E
Eurostar Confirms* Double-Decker Trains for Channel Tunnel Route!
YouTube video by Network News
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October 22, 2025 at 5:36 PM
New video!
Today, Eurostar has confirmed it is ordering a new fleet of high speed double-decker trains, but will they actually make it through to London?
youtu.be/81uBAEK9I6E
Today, Eurostar has confirmed it is ordering a new fleet of high speed double-decker trains, but will they actually make it through to London?
youtu.be/81uBAEK9I6E
New Video!
Today, Greater Anglia became the third operator to be nationalised by the UK Government, so in this video we discuss exactly what that means, and what comes next for Great British Railways:
youtu.be/YizOGP6Azdg
Today, Greater Anglia became the third operator to be nationalised by the UK Government, so in this video we discuss exactly what that means, and what comes next for Great British Railways:
youtu.be/YizOGP6Azdg
Greater Anglia Nationalised By UK Government: What's Next for Great British Railways?
YouTube video by Network News
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October 12, 2025 at 7:19 PM
New Video!
Today, Greater Anglia became the third operator to be nationalised by the UK Government, so in this video we discuss exactly what that means, and what comes next for Great British Railways:
youtu.be/YizOGP6Azdg
Today, Greater Anglia became the third operator to be nationalised by the UK Government, so in this video we discuss exactly what that means, and what comes next for Great British Railways:
youtu.be/YizOGP6Azdg
New Video!
This time we're discussing the new Beaulieu Park station ahead of its opening in October:
youtu.be/PPinWVMpRC4
This time we're discussing the new Beaulieu Park station ahead of its opening in October:
youtu.be/PPinWVMpRC4
Beaulieu Park Opening Date CONFIRMED: Everything You Need To Know!
YouTube video by Network News
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September 30, 2025 at 5:49 PM
New Video!
This time we're discussing the new Beaulieu Park station ahead of its opening in October:
youtu.be/PPinWVMpRC4
This time we're discussing the new Beaulieu Park station ahead of its opening in October:
youtu.be/PPinWVMpRC4
New video:
Recently, the opening date of Blyth Bebside was confirmed - the 19th of October 2025.
In this video we discuss what passengers can expect of the new station, and evaluate the success of the Northumberland line as a whole!
youtu.be/E1gVuu75vcM
Recently, the opening date of Blyth Bebside was confirmed - the 19th of October 2025.
In this video we discuss what passengers can expect of the new station, and evaluate the success of the Northumberland line as a whole!
youtu.be/E1gVuu75vcM
Blyth Bebside Station Opening Date Confirmed: The Northumberland Line's Latest Addition!
YouTube video by Network News
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September 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
New video:
Recently, the opening date of Blyth Bebside was confirmed - the 19th of October 2025.
In this video we discuss what passengers can expect of the new station, and evaluate the success of the Northumberland line as a whole!
youtu.be/E1gVuu75vcM
Recently, the opening date of Blyth Bebside was confirmed - the 19th of October 2025.
In this video we discuss what passengers can expect of the new station, and evaluate the success of the Northumberland line as a whole!
youtu.be/E1gVuu75vcM
New Video!
In yet another blow the HS2 project, it seem that the HS2 rail line will no longer be using platform edge doors, but on the bright side, it is looking at longer trains to avoid a reduction in capacity north of Birmingham:
youtu.be/1wbuUlYTA-U
In yet another blow the HS2 project, it seem that the HS2 rail line will no longer be using platform edge doors, but on the bright side, it is looking at longer trains to avoid a reduction in capacity north of Birmingham:
youtu.be/1wbuUlYTA-U
HS2 ABANDONS Platform Edge Doors As It Moves To Mixed Fleet Of Trains
YouTube video by Network News
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September 8, 2025 at 12:44 PM
New Video!
In yet another blow the HS2 project, it seem that the HS2 rail line will no longer be using platform edge doors, but on the bright side, it is looking at longer trains to avoid a reduction in capacity north of Birmingham:
youtu.be/1wbuUlYTA-U
In yet another blow the HS2 project, it seem that the HS2 rail line will no longer be using platform edge doors, but on the bright side, it is looking at longer trains to avoid a reduction in capacity north of Birmingham:
youtu.be/1wbuUlYTA-U
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New Video! (sort of)
I've made an appearance over on Banks Rail's channel for a video discussing the difficulties faced by LNER's Azuma fleet, and indeed the 80Xs more generally, so if that sounds of interest to you, you should definitely give it a watch:
youtu.be/D_iKApbUwTQ
I've made an appearance over on Banks Rail's channel for a video discussing the difficulties faced by LNER's Azuma fleet, and indeed the 80Xs more generally, so if that sounds of interest to you, you should definitely give it a watch:
youtu.be/D_iKApbUwTQ
ECML: The most Expensive Train procurement in UK History (ft. @NetworkNewsUK )
YouTube video by Banks Rail
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September 3, 2025 at 11:47 PM
New Video! (sort of)
I've made an appearance over on Banks Rail's channel for a video discussing the difficulties faced by LNER's Azuma fleet, and indeed the 80Xs more generally, so if that sounds of interest to you, you should definitely give it a watch:
youtu.be/D_iKApbUwTQ
I've made an appearance over on Banks Rail's channel for a video discussing the difficulties faced by LNER's Azuma fleet, and indeed the 80Xs more generally, so if that sounds of interest to you, you should definitely give it a watch:
youtu.be/D_iKApbUwTQ
Chiltern Railways has announced it will be acquiring 13 sets of Mk5A carriages from Beacon Rail to replace their currently fleet of Mk3 Carriages and to boost overall capacity on their services.
More information available in the video below:
youtu.be/pNFzadqab70
More information available in the video below:
youtu.be/pNFzadqab70
Chiltern Railways Confirms Acquisition of Mk5A Sets from Transpennine Express
YouTube video by Network News
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August 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Chiltern Railways has announced it will be acquiring 13 sets of Mk5A carriages from Beacon Rail to replace their currently fleet of Mk3 Carriages and to boost overall capacity on their services.
More information available in the video below:
youtu.be/pNFzadqab70
More information available in the video below:
youtu.be/pNFzadqab70
Thank you all so much for 5000 Subscribers!
July 30, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Thank you all so much for 5000 Subscribers!
New Video!
Recently the ORR revealed which open access operators would be given the go-ahead for the December timetable change, and in this video we break down what was proposed, and what's actually been approved:
youtu.be/rRkSNGiRMPQ
Recently the ORR revealed which open access operators would be given the go-ahead for the December timetable change, and in this video we break down what was proposed, and what's actually been approved:
youtu.be/rRkSNGiRMPQ
Lumo's Glasgow Extension APPROVED But Hull Trains' Sheffield Path Denied! | Open Access News
YouTube video by Network News
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July 30, 2025 at 5:01 PM
New Video!
Recently the ORR revealed which open access operators would be given the go-ahead for the December timetable change, and in this video we break down what was proposed, and what's actually been approved:
youtu.be/rRkSNGiRMPQ
Recently the ORR revealed which open access operators would be given the go-ahead for the December timetable change, and in this video we break down what was proposed, and what's actually been approved:
youtu.be/rRkSNGiRMPQ
New Video!
Today, C2C became the second operator to be nationalised by the UK government as part of their plans to establish Great British Railways. This video delves into exactly what's changed, and what the future might hold for C2C as it integrates into GBR:
youtu.be/hwLkkx3PL8M
Today, C2C became the second operator to be nationalised by the UK government as part of their plans to establish Great British Railways. This video delves into exactly what's changed, and what the future might hold for C2C as it integrates into GBR:
youtu.be/hwLkkx3PL8M
C2C Nationalised By UK Government As Plans for GBR Move Forward
YouTube video by Network News
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July 20, 2025 at 11:32 AM
New Video!
Today, C2C became the second operator to be nationalised by the UK government as part of their plans to establish Great British Railways. This video delves into exactly what's changed, and what the future might hold for C2C as it integrates into GBR:
youtu.be/hwLkkx3PL8M
Today, C2C became the second operator to be nationalised by the UK government as part of their plans to establish Great British Railways. This video delves into exactly what's changed, and what the future might hold for C2C as it integrates into GBR:
youtu.be/hwLkkx3PL8M
New Video!
Today, the ORR announced its conclusions regarding the future of open access along the WCML, confirming that all three of the major applications have been rejected!
To find out exactly what's been proposed, and why it's now been rejected, watch the video below:
youtu.be/5ip7I6xGK4A
Today, the ORR announced its conclusions regarding the future of open access along the WCML, confirming that all three of the major applications have been rejected!
To find out exactly what's been proposed, and why it's now been rejected, watch the video below:
youtu.be/5ip7I6xGK4A
Major Blow for Open Access as All Three WCML Applications Rejected by ORR!
YouTube video by Network News
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July 3, 2025 at 9:07 PM
New Video!
Today, the ORR announced its conclusions regarding the future of open access along the WCML, confirming that all three of the major applications have been rejected!
To find out exactly what's been proposed, and why it's now been rejected, watch the video below:
youtu.be/5ip7I6xGK4A
Today, the ORR announced its conclusions regarding the future of open access along the WCML, confirming that all three of the major applications have been rejected!
To find out exactly what's been proposed, and why it's now been rejected, watch the video below:
youtu.be/5ip7I6xGK4A
New Video!
This time we're taking a comprehensive look at ALL the transport projects included in the #spendingreview
This video took quite a while as there was far more to it than I realised at first, so make sure to check it out as I think it's one of my better ones:
youtu.be/D8O9wshO1b4
This time we're taking a comprehensive look at ALL the transport projects included in the #spendingreview
This video took quite a while as there was far more to it than I realised at first, so make sure to check it out as I think it's one of my better ones:
youtu.be/D8O9wshO1b4
BILLIONS for Rail & Tram Investment Across Britain: 2025 Spending Review Explained!
YouTube video by Network News
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June 15, 2025 at 4:24 PM
New Video!
This time we're taking a comprehensive look at ALL the transport projects included in the #spendingreview
This video took quite a while as there was far more to it than I realised at first, so make sure to check it out as I think it's one of my better ones:
youtu.be/D8O9wshO1b4
This time we're taking a comprehensive look at ALL the transport projects included in the #spendingreview
This video took quite a while as there was far more to it than I realised at first, so make sure to check it out as I think it's one of my better ones:
youtu.be/D8O9wshO1b4
Just finished my script on the announcements in the Spending Review
Video will be out today or tomorrow depending on how long it takes me to edit it!
Video will be out today or tomorrow depending on how long it takes me to edit it!
June 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Just finished my script on the announcements in the Spending Review
Video will be out today or tomorrow depending on how long it takes me to edit it!
Video will be out today or tomorrow depending on how long it takes me to edit it!
New Video!
As part of Labour's plans to establish Great British Railways, South Western Railway have officially become the first operator to be nationalised:
youtu.be/3WTOAoILbbE
As part of Labour's plans to establish Great British Railways, South Western Railway have officially become the first operator to be nationalised:
youtu.be/3WTOAoILbbE
South Western Railway Becomes First Operator to be Nationalised!
YouTube video by Network News
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May 25, 2025 at 6:05 AM
New Video!
As part of Labour's plans to establish Great British Railways, South Western Railway have officially become the first operator to be nationalised:
youtu.be/3WTOAoILbbE
As part of Labour's plans to establish Great British Railways, South Western Railway have officially become the first operator to be nationalised:
youtu.be/3WTOAoILbbE
New Video!
Recently Grand Central has been making headlines, with plans launched for new trains and new routes serving destinations such as Cleethorpes, Newcastle, and Brighton!
In this video, I'll discuss exactly what's been proposed, and how likely it is to happen:
youtu.be/OBU6R4CO3NM
Recently Grand Central has been making headlines, with plans launched for new trains and new routes serving destinations such as Cleethorpes, Newcastle, and Brighton!
In this video, I'll discuss exactly what's been proposed, and how likely it is to happen:
youtu.be/OBU6R4CO3NM
Grand Central's Future Explained: New Trains, More Routes, and Increased Frequency!
YouTube video by Network News
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April 30, 2025 at 6:32 PM
New Video!
Recently Grand Central has been making headlines, with plans launched for new trains and new routes serving destinations such as Cleethorpes, Newcastle, and Brighton!
In this video, I'll discuss exactly what's been proposed, and how likely it is to happen:
youtu.be/OBU6R4CO3NM
Recently Grand Central has been making headlines, with plans launched for new trains and new routes serving destinations such as Cleethorpes, Newcastle, and Brighton!
In this video, I'll discuss exactly what's been proposed, and how likely it is to happen:
youtu.be/OBU6R4CO3NM
New Video!
The Silvertown Tunnel is opening in less than a week, promising major changes for buses, cyclists, and motorists in the Greenwich area. So in this video, I discuss what these changes are, and how they might affect you:
youtu.be/jOC_hU_D4K8
The Silvertown Tunnel is opening in less than a week, promising major changes for buses, cyclists, and motorists in the Greenwich area. So in this video, I discuss what these changes are, and how they might affect you:
youtu.be/jOC_hU_D4K8
Silvertown Tunnel Opening Explained: Everything You Need To Know!
YouTube video by Network News
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April 2, 2025 at 11:46 AM
New Video!
The Silvertown Tunnel is opening in less than a week, promising major changes for buses, cyclists, and motorists in the Greenwich area. So in this video, I discuss what these changes are, and how they might affect you:
youtu.be/jOC_hU_D4K8
The Silvertown Tunnel is opening in less than a week, promising major changes for buses, cyclists, and motorists in the Greenwich area. So in this video, I discuss what these changes are, and how they might affect you:
youtu.be/jOC_hU_D4K8
New Video!
There's less than a week to go until the opening of Newsham Station, so here's what you need to know:
youtu.be/pIB6zOGIx8A
There's less than a week to go until the opening of Newsham Station, so here's what you need to know:
youtu.be/pIB6zOGIx8A
Newsham Station Opening Soon: The Northumberland Line's Latest Addition
YouTube video by Network News
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March 11, 2025 at 2:06 PM
New Video!
There's less than a week to go until the opening of Newsham Station, so here's what you need to know:
youtu.be/pIB6zOGIx8A
There's less than a week to go until the opening of Newsham Station, so here's what you need to know:
youtu.be/pIB6zOGIx8A
New Video!
This one's all about Labour's nationalisation plans for the railways, containing all you need to know from the future of open access, to the role for devolved nations and mayoral authorities!
I put a lot of effort into it so would really appreciate any support:
youtu.be/wMlpkUefQIk
This one's all about Labour's nationalisation plans for the railways, containing all you need to know from the future of open access, to the role for devolved nations and mayoral authorities!
I put a lot of effort into it so would really appreciate any support:
youtu.be/wMlpkUefQIk
Great British Railways Takes Major Step Forward: 2025 Nationalisation Update
YouTube video by Network News
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March 2, 2025 at 11:37 AM
New Video!
This one's all about Labour's nationalisation plans for the railways, containing all you need to know from the future of open access, to the role for devolved nations and mayoral authorities!
I put a lot of effort into it so would really appreciate any support:
youtu.be/wMlpkUefQIk
This one's all about Labour's nationalisation plans for the railways, containing all you need to know from the future of open access, to the role for devolved nations and mayoral authorities!
I put a lot of effort into it so would really appreciate any support:
youtu.be/wMlpkUefQIk
New Video!
After a long campaign, and many years of uncertainty, it's finally been confirmed that the Portishead line in Bristol WILL be reopening!
youtu.be/TQA802ThoB0
After a long campaign, and many years of uncertainty, it's finally been confirmed that the Portishead line in Bristol WILL be reopening!
youtu.be/TQA802ThoB0
Portishead Line Reopening Confirmed!
YouTube video by Network News
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February 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
New Video!
After a long campaign, and many years of uncertainty, it's finally been confirmed that the Portishead line in Bristol WILL be reopening!
youtu.be/TQA802ThoB0
After a long campaign, and many years of uncertainty, it's finally been confirmed that the Portishead line in Bristol WILL be reopening!
youtu.be/TQA802ThoB0
New Video!
I'm a bit late to the party in reporting on this, but this video aims to break down the transport implications of Rachel Reeves' latest announcements on her efforts to grow the economy:
youtu.be/uDYCH238_-g
I'm a bit late to the party in reporting on this, but this video aims to break down the transport implications of Rachel Reeves' latest announcements on her efforts to grow the economy:
youtu.be/uDYCH238_-g
Reeves' Plan for Growth: What Does it Mean for Transport?
YouTube video by Network News
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February 2, 2025 at 11:07 PM
New Video!
I'm a bit late to the party in reporting on this, but this video aims to break down the transport implications of Rachel Reeves' latest announcements on her efforts to grow the economy:
youtu.be/uDYCH238_-g
I'm a bit late to the party in reporting on this, but this video aims to break down the transport implications of Rachel Reeves' latest announcements on her efforts to grow the economy:
youtu.be/uDYCH238_-g
Looks like I missed the exact moment it ticked over, but the Network News channel now has over 2000 subscribers on YouTube!
Thank you all so much for the support, I can't believe how quickly this channel has grown!
Thank you all so much for the support, I can't believe how quickly this channel has grown!
January 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Looks like I missed the exact moment it ticked over, but the Network News channel now has over 2000 subscribers on YouTube!
Thank you all so much for the support, I can't believe how quickly this channel has grown!
Thank you all so much for the support, I can't believe how quickly this channel has grown!
Network Rail has unveiled ambitious plans for a rebuild of Manchester Oxford Road station. The number of platforms will be reduced from 5 to 3, and will also be extended to allow use by trains up to 8 cars long rather than the current limit of 6 cars
More info in the new video: youtu.be/iLeY47UdVUk
More info in the new video: youtu.be/iLeY47UdVUk
Manchester Oxford Road Station Overhaul: What to Expect
YouTube video by Network News
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January 22, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Network Rail has unveiled ambitious plans for a rebuild of Manchester Oxford Road station. The number of platforms will be reduced from 5 to 3, and will also be extended to allow use by trains up to 8 cars long rather than the current limit of 6 cars
More info in the new video: youtu.be/iLeY47UdVUk
More info in the new video: youtu.be/iLeY47UdVUk
There's some major upgrades being undertaken to Southeastern's Rolling Stock, including fleet refurbishments, cascaded trains from other operators, and even an entirely new fleet of trains for suburban services!
More information in the new video:
youtu.be/YQUaqI3iruI
More information in the new video:
youtu.be/YQUaqI3iruI
Upgrades at Southeastern: Class 376s to be Refurbished and Class 707s to Receive Toilets!
YouTube video by Network News
youtu.be
January 16, 2025 at 9:14 AM
There's some major upgrades being undertaken to Southeastern's Rolling Stock, including fleet refurbishments, cascaded trains from other operators, and even an entirely new fleet of trains for suburban services!
More information in the new video:
youtu.be/YQUaqI3iruI
More information in the new video:
youtu.be/YQUaqI3iruI