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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

New Video! Yesterday, a new station opened in Scotland at Balgray, so I went to have a look! In this video, I tour the station facilities, discuss its background, and have a race to ride the first train out of the station. WATCH NOW: youtu.be/XirWgXJ9xKQ

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Balgray Station is OPEN: Can I Ride The First Train?

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 24/09/2026

This weekend, a new station is set to open near Glasgow at Balgray, so in this newest video, we discuss everything you need to know about the new station, including its location, cost, service pattern, and benefits: WATCH NOW: youtu.be/yX1woaNwkGE

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Balgray station Opening Soon: What To Expect

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

My radio show, Turntables, is running slightly late today, but rest assured, it is still coming, hopefully around 5PM! Make sure to tune in LIVE at surreyhillsradio.co.uk

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 20/09/2026

New Video! This morning I was up bright and early to take a ride on the first nationalised Chiltern Railways service. In this video, we'll discuss exactly what's changing, and what the future holds: youtu.be/cY3jbrFjSnM

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Chiltern Railways Has Been Nationalised: What's Changing?

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

New Video! With the recent start of commuter services to/from Bewdley, I decided to do something quite unique, by adding a ticket from Bewdley to the famous collection at Northampton station: youtu.be/Ru3zPZ5fQZ8

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Adding Bewdley To The Northampton Ticket Wall!

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Check out @networknews.org.uk latest video about the new Adessia trains, which includes a brief TRU overview of the TRU by yours truly. youtu.be/K1V7liQK-fQ?...

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Alstom Awarded £1bn Contract For New Transpennine Express Fleet!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 10/09/2026

New Video! After months out of service, the DLR's new B23 Stock trains have made a return to the rails! What are they like, and why were they withdrawn for so long? youtu.be/fSQ4TSpKolY

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The DLR's New Trains Are Back In Service: What's Changed?

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HOPE not hate @hopenothate.org.uk · 08/09/2026

Did Kent Police ignore Dover blockade 999 call? We can reveal the story that undermines the public statement of Kent Police. 🧵

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

About to go LIVE on surreyhillsradio.co.uk to discuss the latest developments in the railway world, including: The return to service of the new DLR trains The replacement of Thameslink's "Ironing Board" seats The new heritage commuter trains to/from Bewdley And MORE! Make sure to tune in 5-7PM!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

New Video! Recently, a new commuter service launched to the town of Bewdley using HERITAGE rolling stock, so of course I had to go and check it out: youtu.be/oxU8mr8Rg2Q

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Riding Bewdley's New Heritage Commuter Trains - Bewdley Express Trial!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 31/08/2026

New Video! Recently, it was announced that a feasibility study is being carried out into the potential for tram-trains in Edinburgh. Let's discuss what that could look like: 👇 youtu.be/vw7n7zdylfE

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How Tram-Trains Could Save Edinburgh's Suburban Rail Line!

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Worth 10 minutes of your time, especially if you are a content creator. youtu.be/sFJnrHRgKJE?...

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Britain's New Plan that Could Kill YouTube

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 26/08/2026

New Video! After more than a decade of being hated by commuters, Thameslink's dreaded "Ironing Board" seats are finally set to be replaced! youtu.be/RJRclzx7ps4

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Thameslink Finally Set to Scrap Controversial "Ironing Board" Seats

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Gareth Dennis @garethdennis.uk · 23/08/2026

The idea that redesigning this leg of HS2 will save a penny rather than cost yet more billions is doolally - as is proposing building a high speed line in ballast in 2026 a week after two* trains derailed over heat-induced buckles.

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 21/08/2026

New Video! Recently, Virgin Trains made headlines when it was granted the rights to run trains along HS1 as part of its new services through the Channel Tunnel. But over the past few weeks, there have been several other major developments which are also worth discussing: youtu.be/ILNhu6Ph_Y8

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Competition is Coming to the Channel Tunnel Sooner Than You Think!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 15/08/2026

New Video! In the West Midlands, a fascinating trial is taking place which will see people commuting on heritage rolling stock between Bewdley and Birmingham: youtu.be/SnkgUT9_iH4

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New Trial to Run Commuter Services to Bewdley Using Heritage Fleet!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Whoever approved sending out an emergency alert over something that ISN'T ACTUALLY AN EMERGRNCY should be fired on the spot and never let anywhere near the civil service ever again.

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JenOnTheMove 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 @jenonthemove.com · 14/08/2026

Also, that was not an okay use of the emergency system. It's for "shit's going down, you need to act now" situations The risk of wildfires is really bad, yes, I'm not doubting it, but that's not the system to use.

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yeah but they could have put out a message on the TV or newspapers or something The emergency alert system should only be used if there ACTUALLY IS a fire and you need to evacuate IMMEDIATELY

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I thought the world was ending and it was just a reminder from the government to not have a BBQ Ffs

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🚨 Latest Video 🚨 This latest video once again attempts to make the case for building HS2 Phase 2a to Crewe, especially in light of the fact that HS2 and Hinkley C have passed peak construction. youtu.be/emxyFNvaVFw #HS2

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We Need to Build HS2 Phase 2a to Crewe

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Katie Fenn @katiefenn.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

There is no reason to do this other than cruelty and spite. There’s nothing in the Supreme Court judgment or the EHRC Code of Practice that mandates it.

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Make sure you tune into surreyhillsradio.co.uk LIVE from 5 - 7PM where I'll be playing some great music, and discussing the latest rail news, including: Caledonian Sleeper's International Plans Lumo's toilets scandal The plan to fix EMR Intercity Trenitalia's new trains to run to London AND MORE!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 07/08/2026

Could a direct train between Scotland and Mainland Europe be a reality one day? The Scottish Government certainly seem to think so! In this video, we'll investigate the challenges a new service will have to face, and whether it has any chance of moving forwards: youtu.be/0byPbRAa-X4

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New Caledonian Sleeper Route to Mainland Europe Proposed!

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Whistle-stop tour of the West Midlands today, exploring the region's infrastructure investment beyond HS2.

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Katie Fenn @katiefenn.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Audi is making a new A2, and instead of making a true successor to the spacious small car that was so great, it looks like they’ve said “how can we flog yet another giant crossover”. Ahm oot.

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

New Video! A few months ago, I hit 2,000 subscribers at the same time as my Network News channel reached 10,000, so to celebrate, I decided to do a special Q&A answering questions from both channels! youtu.be/Cjwqpp0fNpI

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10,000 Subscriber Q&A Special / Michael C 2K Sub Special

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

I'm going to share my post again, because it's vital that people understand #ADHD is real and treatment can transform people's lives. I'm furious beyond words at how the media is framing ADHD lately ⏩ bsky.app/profile/rail... ⏪ 1/2

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 29/07/2026

New Video! Okehampton Interchange Station is set to open VERY SOON, so in this video, we'll take a look at everything you need to know about the new station, from its location, to its facilities and service levels, before finally revealing when it will actually open. youtu.be/0HA7XIcZp6M

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Okehampton Interchange Opening Date Revealed: The Dartmoor Line's Newest Station!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Sadly there was a power cut meaning I was unable to do the final 10/15 minutes of the show, including my outro and closing thoughts However, I did still get through all the news I was hoping to, so if you want to catch up on that you can do so here: www.mixcloud.com/surreyhillsr...

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Turntables - 28 Jul 2026

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Make sure to tune in LIVE to surreyhillsradio.co.uk between now and 7PM as I'm going to be discussing the latest rail news!

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BASH BACK @bashback.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Here is our full response to Lord Walney's article calling for us to be proscribed as a terrorist organisation:

Lord Walney (former government advisor on ‘political violence’) has published a Times article calling for BASH BACK to be ‘proscribed’. this would officially designate BASH BACK as a terrorist group
and make it a crime to support us.

We completely reject the idea that we are a "terrorist" group. WE ARE a non-violent direct action group that demands the total liberation of trans people, and opposes the rising tide of anti-trans bigotry.

As our action guide states: “we do not condone causing physical harm to any human being”.

We take action to defend ourselves and our community from violence.

threatening a non-violent group of queer activists with proscription, the day after a horrific right-wing terrorist attack on berlin pride, smacks of cruel double standards.

the british state has encouraged fascist thugs to rampage through the streets, sat back as far-right parties surged in membership and done nothing as muslims, disabled people and queers are subjected to violence and threats by the right.

yet its lackeys like walney roar into action to label bash back as “terrorists” for engaging in non-violent direct action.

proscription is a tool of control wielded by the ruling class against those who challenge their power.

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 23/07/2026

New Video! Recently, the Midland Mainline has been in chaos, with a fleet of chronically unreliable trains forcing EMR into making emergency cuts to its timetable, whilst staff are also promising to strike over safety fears. What on earth is going on? Watch now to find out: youtu.be/FRMFnK4wHoo

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Major Disruption to EMR Services Following Poor Reliability Of New Trains

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 17/07/2026

New Video! With a new Prime Minister set to enter Number 10 in the following days, what changes can we expect to see to the government's transport policy? youtu.be/KL025Lx1jaw

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What Will Burnham Mean for Transport?

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 08/07/2026

New Video! Today we're looking to the south west of the country, where momentum has been building around the idea of a new mainline between Devon and Cornwall. In this video, we'll take a look at the plans, and discuss whether they really have any chance of moving forward: youtu.be/siVVAUMBEx8

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Kernow Connect: The Bold Plan For A Second Mainline to Cornwall

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Somehow I managed to blag my way into an appearance on tonight's (delayed) episode of @railnatter.uk, so make sure you tune in for all sorts of fun chaos! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up4z...

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Labour’s rail promises versus reality | #Railnatter 311

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Fynn Jones @fynnjones.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Happy Monday! (Taken from my Cambridge South video) Creation credit: @mikewillsee.bsky.social

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

New Video! A few days ago, the MASSIVE new Cambridge South Station opened, and of course I was there to ride the first train, and thoroughly explore the station: youtu.be/9RpTaf1lERo

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Cambridge South Station Opening: First Train & Tour of Britain's Newest Station!

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SarahWithTheTrains @sarahwiththetrains.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🚂NEW VIDEO TIME!🚂 Yesterday I got the first train to the new station of Cambridge South the first GBR branded station on the network! Join me as I explore! Featuring @mikewillsee.bsky.social #railwaystation youtu.be/SN-G8VAxntg

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The First GBR Branded Station! Opening Day at Cambridge South!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Forgot to do a post earlier but I can confirm that I am now LIVE on surreyhillsradio.co.uk to discuss the latest rail news Don't forget to tune in!

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

This is only the beginning. The climate crisis is here. So why are politicians and most of the media still acting as though this can wait? It can't. We can still avoid some of the worst impacts - but only if we find the courage to act. metro.co.uk/2026/06/22/g...

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Greta Thunberg warns 40°C heatwave about to hit UK 'is only the beginning'

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ianVisits @ianvisits.co.uk · 19/06/2026

Happy "HS2 extension to Manchester" day to all those who celebrate it.

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Gareth Dennis @garethdennis.uk · 19/06/2026

It's good that Reform doesn't have another seat. It's good that Starmer is now done. If this means Labour pulls back across from being a barely centre-right party to a reasonably centre-left one, that's also good. The trouble is: the evidence suggests that's not going to happen.

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Greens4HS2 @greens4hs2.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Andy Burnham suggests resurrecting the Northern leg of HS2 to Manchester by changing the way infrastructure projects are funded. If that works for Manchester, why not for the eastern leg to the East Midlands, South Yorkshire and Leeds, too? inews.co.uk/news/andy-bu...

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Andy Burnham: I'll resurrect HS2 from Birmingham to Manchester

The Greater Manchester Mayor will use Crossrail-style funding to bring back the northern leg of the high speed rail project

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

About to go LIVE on surreyhillsradio.co.uk to discuss the latest news from the railway world, including (but not limited to) the recent cuts to HS2, Lumo's new West Coast route, the latest progress with GBR, and the introduction of overnight trains between Gatwick and Reading. Make sure to tune in!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Okehampton Interchange is looking largely complete! Whilst no opening date has been confirmed at this stage, my guess is that it will be opening sooner rather than later!

A picture taken earlier today of the new Okehampton Interchange station, showing how the platform and footbridge look pretty much complete and ready to go.

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Jen is genuinely an amazing person. Despite everything thrown at her over the last year she's managed to run a 10k and raised money for a worthy cause. 💙 www.justgiving.com/page/jenonth...

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JenOnTheMove's 10k Great Manchester Run for Henshaws

Help Jenny Smith raise money to support Henshaws

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