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Monday, 22 September 2025

Cogitamus

• Calling All Stations with Christian Wolmar, Episode 22, Season 3In our Season 3 finale, Christian talks at length with the UK Minister of State for Transport and Minister for Rail, Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill CBE, about the eagerly anticipated Railways Bill which will implement the Labour Government's plans for Great British Railways. Their conversation covers crucial issues such the timing of the Bill.

BBC News

• Sensory packs made available for rail journeysSensory packs, including ear defenders and sunglasses, have been made available to help people who find rail stations and trains overwhelming.
• '24-hour transport on some routes is not unthinkable'The lack of late night transport for Belfast's Culture Night was a "missed opportunity", the city's night tsar has said.
• JLR shutdown a 'wake up call' for cyber resilienceProfessor David Bailey says the government may need to support firms in the JLR supply chain.
• Mayor trials car-free Oxford Street for one day The Mayor of London is hoping to pedestrianise Oxford Street in central London.
• Cycleway plan paused due to road safety concernsCharities including the RNIB have branded the floating bus stops included in the plans "dangerous".
• Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attackThe issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday.
• Gatwick second runway plan approved by transport secretaryThere has been strong opposition against the airport wanting to use its northern runway.

Financial Times

• UK government approves second runway at Gatwick airportPrime minister backs growth-creating projects in London area despite environmental objections

The Guardian

• Gatwick given green light for £2.2bn second runway planHeidi Alexander approves expansion to allow 100,000 more flights a yearGatwick airport’s £2.2bn second runway plan has been given the go-ahead by the transport secretary, Heidi Alexander.With the privately financed project, the West Sussex hub is aiming to increase its capacity by 100,000 flights a year. Continue reading...

The Herald

• Ferries, trains and automobiles - the Scots sequel that's just not funnyTransport Secretary Fiona Hyslop convened a recent summit to hail the sector in Scotland, but there is not much to applaud in the government's record, argues Herald columnist Alan Simpson.

The Independent

• Trains to use stunning historic rail line for first time in a decadeAvanti West Coast services will use the historic 73-mile Settle to Carlisle line for the first time in over a decade, carrying diverted West Coast Main Line (WCML) trains during the first 14 days of next year.
• What does a second runway at Gatwick airport mean for passengers and when will it be ready?The controversial £2.2bn project will see the Sussex almost double its capacity - but campaigners are concerned about its environmental impact
• Reeves: Gatwick second runway shows Government ‘backing builders, not blockers’Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the expansion of Gatwick Airport would mean thousands more jobs and billions of pounds for the economy.

The Telegraph

• Gatwick second runway approved as Labour overrules 'eco-warriors' [subscription]Labour has given the green light for Gatwick Airport to build a second runway.

Times Online

• Gatwick given green light for second runway [subscription]The £2.2 billion scheme involves moving the airport's emergency northern runway and could mean 100,000 more flights a year

City AM

• Oxford Street one-day traffic ban is start of ‘fight to rescue street’, mayor says The mayor of London has said a one-day trial banning traffic from part of Oxford Street marks the day the fight back began to rescue this street. Sir Sadiq Khan visited the street, where vehicles were prohibited from accessing a half-mile stretch of the road from Oxford Circus to Orchard Street between noon and 8pm
• Lime boss calls on UK businesses to 'keep bikes off busy pavements' Lime is calling on UK businesses to help tackle London’s e-bike congestion and the patchwork of borough regulations by providing dedicated parking bays for riders.

Sky News

• Gatwick second runway given green light by governmentGatwick's second runway has been given the go-ahead by the government.

Bristol Live

• Second runway to be built at Gatwick adding 100,000 flights a yearThe £2.2billion project has been approved by the Transport Secretary

Newcastle Evening Chronicle

• Almost £100m of promised North East transport upgrades won't be delivered this yearCancelled or delayed schemes mean that huge underspends are forecast on a series of funds allocated to improve bus journeys, cycle routes, and other forms of travel around the North East

Wales Online

• Second runway to be built at Gatwick adding 100,000 flights a yearThe £2.2billion project has been approved by the Transport Secretary

Wolverhampton Express and Star

• Videos will explain rail disruption to passengers and what to do nextTrain passengers suffering travel disruption in Britain will be able to watch videos explaining what has happened and what they should do next.
• 'It's started already': Car industry expert warns Black Country jobs are being lost because of Jaguar Land Rover cyber attackA motor industry expert has warned that thousands of jobs are at risk as a result of the cyber-hacking crisis at Jaguar Land Rover.

Rail Business Daily

• Rail industry launches real-time disruption maps across BritainTrain customers across Great Britain will now benefit from real-time disruption videos that explain what's happening, how services are affected, and what they should do next, making it easier to stay informed and travel with confidence during unexpected delays.

Route One (Bus and Coach)

• Tower Transit and Kelsian reaffirm interest in UK bus franchisingKelsian says that 30 years' experience in the field makes it 'proven partner' for UK authorities

Other News Sources

• Network Rail awards SatSense 'landmark' contract to monitor UK rail networkLeading InSAR specialist SatSense has been awarded a multi-million-pound contract with Network Rail to monitor the UK's rail network using satellite radar.
• Families take part in bike ride to encourage cycling and call for safer routesChildren and adults took to the city's streets as part of a mass cycle ride.