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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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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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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 What are they like, and why were they withdrawn for so long?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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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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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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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 · 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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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 31/07/2026

New Video! A few months ago, Network News reached 10,000 subscribers on YouTube, so to celebrate, I decided to do a special Q&A! youtu.be/Cjwqpp0fNpI

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

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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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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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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 22/05/2026

Yesterday, the first train to be painted in the new Great British Railways livery was revealed to the public ahead of the nationalisation of Govia Thameslink Railway, so I headed to Brighton to check it out! Watch: youtu.be/qqSO-ipc9Uk

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Great British Railways' Livery Unveiled in Brighton Ahead of GTR Takeover!

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Coming Soon™ to a YouTube Near You!

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I am considering tackling the myths surrounding the specification of #HS2 and the claim "it's too fast", but from a civils perspective. In the meantime @networknews.org.uk has released an excellent explanation about the details of the latest announcement regarding speed. #HS2

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 15/05/2026

Thank you all so much! ❤️ Last night we hit an absolutely INCREDIBLE milestone, and to celebrate, I've decided to do a special Q&A that will go out at some point in the coming weeks. Any questions should be left under the newest community post: youtube.com/post/UgkxKle...

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 14/05/2026

It was recently confirmed that a new fleet of trains has been ordered for the flagship Enterprise service that links Dublin and Belfast. In this video, we'll take a deep-dive look at the new fleet, discussing everything from their passenger facilities to their technical capabilities:

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New Trains Ordered for Dublin - Belfast Enterprise Service

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 11/05/2026

Lumo have confirmed the start date for their new services along the West Coast Mainline between London and Stirling! In this video, we'll discuss everything you need to know about the new route, including the history, rolling stock, fares, and service pattern: youtu.be/Yd15WOtDcZk

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Lumo Confirms Start Date for New London - Stirling Service!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 30/04/2026

Glasgow is currently undergoing a very ambitious modernisation of its Subway network, with new trains, station upgrades, and even driverless operations in the future! In this video we'll discuss everything you need to know about the programme, and what it means for the future: youtu.be/lTBZDbaoztQ

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Glasgow Subway Modernisation Explained: Everything You Need To Know!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 04/04/2026

Did you know that we're getting not one, not two, but THREE new tram stops opening over this next week? In this latest video, we'll take an in-depth look at all three of the new stops, discussing their opening date, justification behind them, and how they fit into the future: youtu.be/Vtaqoz9cqK0

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Two Tram Expansions Opening Soon: Magna Tram-Train & Birmingham Eastside Metro

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 27/03/2026

New Video! This time we're taking an in-depth look at the five new stations opening in the West Midlands, including the Camp Hill Line, which is set to open on the 7th of April: youtu.be/lBr_aXOoDUE

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Camp Hill Line Opening Soon: Birmingham's Next Three Stations!

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Chris Howe (Rail Focus) 🏳️‍🌈 @railfocus.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

A big thank you to @networknews.org.uk for his assistance with this video. His channel is well worth a follow if you're interested in rail policy, rolling stock and other rail news.

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 03/03/2026

New Video! Bedlington Station opens in less than a month, and when it does, the Northumberland line will be complete! In this video we'll take a look at the new station, analyse the successes and failures of the Northumberland line, and examine its future expansion plans! youtu.be/gV8DDlzDREs

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The Northumberland Line is ALMOST Complete: Bedlington Opening Soon!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 19/02/2026

New Video! This time it's something a bit different because I'm filming ON LOCATION to discuss the controversial rebuild plans of London Liverpool Street. I'm really pleased with this video and hope you guys will enjoy it as a lot of effort's gone into this one! youtu.be/l1cuY8fjr7I

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Everything YOU Need To Know About Liverpool Street's CONTROVERSIAL Rebuild Plans!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 03/02/2026

Recently, LNER revealed the interior for the future class 897 units, which are set to enter service in the next few years. In this video, we'll take a look at the proposed interior and discuss the broader context surrounding these trains' debut under GBR! youtu.be/wVNkcIq9-uY

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LNER Reveals Interior Design For CAF's Class 897 'Serenza' Trains!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 01/02/2026

New Video! West Midlands Trains (responsible for London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway) was nationalised today, so in today's upload, we'll take a look at exactly what's changing, why, and what the future holds for GBR! youtu.be/yZdhSmXZdh0

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West Midlands Trains Has Been Nationalised: Everything You Need To Know!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 29/01/2026

New Video! This time we're taking a look at GWR's new battery trains, which are set to enter service IMMINETLY on the Greenford Branch. How did these trains come about, how do they work, and what future do they hold? Watch now to find out! youtu.be/EWG02wlsvfs

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GWR Sets Date For Introduction of Battery Trains on Greenford Branch

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 24/01/2026

New Video! This time we're returning to Northumberland, as the next station on the Northumberland line has had its opening date announced. Find out everything you need to know in the new video: youtu.be/4pEsoJaRgiQ

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Northumberland Park Opening Date Confirmed As Northumberland Line Celebrates 1 Million Journeys!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 15/01/2026

New Video! This time we're taking a deep-dive look into the government's plans for Northern Powerhouse Rail, discussing exactly what's coming, and whether it's all it's cracked up to be: youtu.be/Ip0DqQBFVs4

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Northern Powerhouse Rail Plans REVEALED: Everything You Need To Know!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 06/01/2026

New Video! This time we're taking another look at the channel tunnel, as despite not being allocated depot space at Temple Mills, Trenitalia is still planning to launch services between London and Paris from 2029. Find out how in the video linked below: youtu.be/Tq9prQlMzJw

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Trenitalia Planning New London - Paris Services From 2029 Despite Temple Mills Depot Setback!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 03/01/2026

Was a pleasure to work with @thetflthree.bsky.social to put together this video on all the major changes coming to the railways this year. It provides a really good overview of everything we have to look forward to so do give it a watch!

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The TfL Three @thetflthree.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

New Video! Hugh alongside special guest @networknews.org.uk take a look at what's coming the UK Railway network in 2026 from new stations, to trains and the introduction of the GBR brand, Enjoy!

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What's Coming to the UK Railways in 2026?

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 09/12/2025

New Video! This time we're taking a look at GBR's new branding, and what it means for the future of the nationalised operator: youtu.be/0rrGcDRaSYo

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Great British Railways' Livery Revealed: All You Need To Know

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 08/12/2025

The long-awaited new livery for Great British Railways has been unveiled, and is expected to start appearing on trains from next Spring. More information coming soon in video form!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 03/12/2025

New Video! This time we're looking to the Midlands, as a new fleet of intercity trains has JUST entered service with EMR to operate their intercity services out of St Pancras towards Derby, Nottingham, and Sheffield: youtu.be/v--v4Urkbqo

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EMR's New Class 810s Have Entered Service!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 02/12/2025

New Video! This time we're taking a deep-dive look at the December 2025 timetable change. We'll examine the key service changes, how they might affect passengers, and what the downsides are of running so many more trains on the existing lines: youtu.be/h_sL_Kgs_Qo

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Everything You Need To Know About The December 2025 Timetable Change!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 26/11/2025

TRANSPORT ANNOUNCEMENTS IN THE BUDGET: 🧵

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 22/11/2025

New Video! Ahead of the Budget next week, the government is preparing to give the DLR Extension to Thamesmead the Green light, so in this video we'll break down exactly what's being proposed: youtu.be/yzg8FPxl8DE

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Government Backs DLR Extension to Thamesmead Ahead of Budget!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 30/10/2025

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

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Virgin Trains To Launch New Channel Tunnel Services To Compete With Eurostar From 2030!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 22/10/2025

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

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Eurostar Confirms* Double-Decker Trains for Channel Tunnel Route!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 12/10/2025

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

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Greater Anglia Nationalised By UK Government: What's Next for Great British Railways?

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 30/09/2025

New Video! This time we're discussing the new Beaulieu Park station ahead of its opening in October: youtu.be/PPinWVMpRC4

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Beaulieu Park Opening Date CONFIRMED: Everything You Need To Know!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 21/09/2025

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

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Blyth Bebside Station Opening Date Confirmed: The Northumberland Line's Latest Addition!

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Network News @networknews.org.uk · 08/09/2025

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

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HS2 ABANDONS Platform Edge Doors As It Moves To Mixed Fleet Of Trains

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Michael C @mikewillsee.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

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

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ECML: The most Expensive Train procurement in UK History (ft. @NetworkNewsUK )

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