#MidlandsRailHub

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

1 month ago

Birmingham railway station set for permanent closure as consultation opens A consultation has opened following proposals by Network Rail to permanently close Bordesley railway station in Birmingham. Network Rail says that the main reason for the closure of the station is the construction of the Midlands Rail Hub scheme, which will provide a boost in capacity that will see an…

A consultation has opened following proposals by Network Rail to permanently close Bordesley railway station in Birmingham. www.railadvent.co.uk/2026/02/birmingham-railw... #bordesley #MidlandsRailHub #NetworkRail

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

2 months ago

Midlands Rail Hub Alliance confirmed in major step forward VolkerRail, Laing O’Rourke, Atkins Realis and Siemens Mobility have formed the Midlands Rail Hub Alliance to design and develop a huge upgrade for the Midlands rail network. The project would cost around £1.75bn if completed in full and will help to make journeys better for passengers. Network Rail will work…

Midlands Rail Hub Alliance confirmed in major step forward www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/12/midlands-rail-hu... #BirminghamMoorStreet #bordesley #CampHillLine #MidlandsRailHub

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

4 months ago

Plans to restart direct trains from Swindon to Birmingham after 20-year gap Will Stone, Labour MP for Swindon North, has been discussing plans to restore direct train services between the town and Birmingham for the first time in two decades.

Plans to restart direct trains from Swindon to Birmingham after 20-year gap www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/11/plans-to-restart... #birmingham #cheltenham #gloucester #GreatWesternRailway #midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub

Chris Bloore MP

@chrisbloore.bsky.social

7 months ago

I’ve invited the Rail Minister to Redditch to see firsthand what these improvements will mean for our community.

No more broken promises—Redditch deserves better.

#RedditchRail #BetterTransport #MidlandsRailHub

Chris Bloore MP

@chrisbloore.bsky.social

8 months ago

By the way, I know there have been multiple problems with the current service in recent days. I’ve written to the operator asking for answers and will keep pushing for improvements now and in the future.
#Redditch #MidlandsRailHub #BetterTransport

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

8 months ago

Rail Industry to Benefit from £92.8 Billion Investment The government has given the green light for over 50 road and rail upgrades, which are set to benefit millions.

Rail Industry to Benefit from £92.8 Billion Investment www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/07/rail-industry-to... #bristol #cullompton #DepartmentForTransport #EastCoastMainLine #exeter #haxby #jobs #leeds #london #midlands #MidlandsRailHub

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

8 months ago

Redditch MP Backs Midlands Rail Hub Midlands Connect’s plans for the Midlands Rail Hub have been backed by Redditch MP Chris Bloore as it will see over 25 trains a day added to the line.

Redditch MP Backs Midlands Rail Hub www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/07/redditch-mp-back... #birmingham #CrossCountry #midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub #redditch

VibeWire News

@vibewire.bsky.social

8 months ago

Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding A new rail improvement scheme, which will benefit 7 million people, has been given the go-ahead. The post Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

#DepartmentforTransport #Midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub

Railpage

@railpage.bsky.social

8 months ago

Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding A new rail improvement scheme, which will benefit 7 million people, has been given the go-ahead. The post Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

#DepartmentforTransport #Midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub

Railpage

@railpage.bsky.social

8 months ago

Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding A new rail improvement scheme, which will benefit 7 million people, has been given the go-ahead. The post Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding first appeared on VibeWire Magazine.

#DepartmentforTransport #Midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub

RailAdvent

@railadvent.bsky.social

8 months ago

Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding A new rail improvement scheme, which will benefit 7 million people, has been given the go-ahead.

Midlands Connect Secure Government Funding www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/07/midlands-connect... #DepartmentForTransport #midlands #MidlandsConnect #MidlandsRailHub #NetworkRail #WestMidlandsRailExecutive

Paulette Hamilton MP

@paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social

1 year ago

MP hears about plans for 50 extra trains a day through Erdington and Gravelly Hill Local MP Paulette Hamilton discussed with Midlands Connect and rail chiefs the Midlands Rail Hub and how it could deliver up to 50 extra trains per day through key local stations.

Great to meet Midlands Connect & rail chiefs to discuss the #MidlandsRailHub!

Exciting plans for 50 extra trains daily through Erdington & Gravelly Hill - boosting service from 4 to 6 trains per hour.

More trains, faster journeys! 🚆

Read more 👇🏿
🔗 www.birminghamworld.uk/community/mp...

Paulette Hamilton MP

@paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social

1 year ago

We’re getting more trains and faster journeys thanks to Midlands Connect & #MidlandsRailHub! 🚄💨

This means better public transport, quicker commutes and more opportunities for the people of Erdington.

Let’s keep investing in our future!

Paulette Hamilton MP

@paulettehamiltonmp.bsky.social

1 year ago

🚆 Exciting news for our community!

Train services at Gravelly Hill and Erdington stations are increasing from 4 to 6 per hour - thanks to the #MidlandsRailHub!

✅ More trains
✅ More seats
✅ Faster journeys

I’ll continue to push for even better rail services for our area!