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West Midlands railway station to get original nameboard

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February 14, 2024
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An original station sign, will return to its namesake station for the first time in over 50 years.

New West Midlands railway stations given £1m funding

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February 12, 2024
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Shortlisted locations for new railway stations in the West Midlands have been earmarked funding of £1 million to develop proposals.

WATCH: Timelapse video of Birmingham bridge demolition during HS2 construction

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February 12, 2024
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A 4,000 tonne bridge across the M42 near the Interchange Station construction site at Solihull has been demolished as part of the construction of HS2.

Shortlist announced for HS2’s mass transit system in Birmingham

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February 9, 2024
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A shortlist of bidders has been announced for the operation and maintenance of a mass transit system at the new HS2 Interchange station at Solihull.

West Midlands Railway showcases new trains at Wolverhampton station

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February 9, 2024
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West Midlands trains launch their new 730 Class electric trains at Wolverhampton Station.

West Midlands Railway showcases new trains at Wolverhampton station

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February 9, 2024
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West Midlands trains launch their new 730 Class electric trains at Wolverhampton Station.

Trains in West Midlands cancelled due to overtime ban

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February 2, 2024
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As with other train operators throughout the country, West Midlands Railway (WMR) train services will be disrupted by industrial action until 6 February.

‘Tap in, Tap Out’ for railway stations in Manchester and the West Midlands

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February 1, 2024
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Passengers in Greater Manchester and the West Midlands are set to benefit from “simpler, more flexible travel” from next year.

Book Review: West Coast Main Lines 1957-1963 by John Palmer

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January 27, 2024
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This book provides a history of the West Coast Main Lines and a detailed look at its locomotives and operations during the years 1957 to 1963.

ASLEF industrial action to hit West Midlands Railway passengers

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January 26, 2024
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Passengers using West Midlands and London Northwestern Railway services face disruption between 29 January and 6 February due to ASLEF industrial action.