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Monday, 01 June 2026

BBC News

• Study to be done into new railway in north CornwallA study into whether a multibillion-pound rail link through Cornwall would work has been hailed as a "huge step forward" by campaigners.
• Railway proposal would face 'challenges' - mayorThe East Midlands Mayor has said "significant challenges" would need to be understood before proposals to reinstate the Peaks and Dales rail line between Buxton and Matlock could be deemed viable
• Bleed kits plea for London buses rejected by TfLThe London Assembly says it will continue to pressure TfL for the special kits to help stab victims.
• Tube strikes to go ahead if last-ditch talks failDrivers from the Rail, Maritime and Transport union are due to walk out on Tuesday and Thursday.

The Herald

• Glasgow and Edinburgh Airport suffering fuel supply issuesGlasgow and Edinburgh Airport are both experiencing fuel supply issues, causing some flights to be re-routed.

The Independent

• 'Our village will be ruined by noise or destroyed by a runway': The impossible future for Heathrow localsHeathrow's potential expansion could result in the destruction of the village of Longford but its residents have another more pressing concern, as Dan Haygarth finds out

The Scotsman

• New areas for booming Edinburgh Voi electric bike hire scheme revealed by city councilVoi operation has two-and-a-half times the rental rate as the failed Just Eat Cycles initiative Edinburgh's booming new electric hire bike scheme could be expanded as far as Cramond and Portobello in time for the Edinburgh Festival in August, The Scotsman has learned.
• Exclusive:The 'crazy' reason why some ScotRail staff have not worn video cameras to cut crimeAttempts to persuade more ScotRail staff to wear video cameras to cut crime have been hampered by shorter workers being unable to reach their chargers, British Transport Police (BTP) has revealed.

The Telegraph

• Reeves turns to Blair-style PFIs to fund new towns [subscription]Chancellor considers using widely criticised deals with private sector to pay for infrastructure projects
• Gulf states shame Britain with plan to build HS2-style rail route by 2030 [subscription]Kuwait and Saudi Arabia plan to build high-speed links quicker than UK and at fraction of cost
• Heathrow investors will walk away if terminals are divided up [subscription]Airport chief says New York-style multi-operator model would 'cause national harm'

Times Online

• Should we follow the Dutch and consider speed limit for cyclists? [subscription]Reckless riding and the rise of e-bikes have forced the Netherlands to trial a 12mph restriction. There are growing calls for tougher laws in the UK too

Mail Online

• TIM ALDERSLADE: Rowdy, aggressive minority are ruining air travel for everyoneFor the cabin crews facing danger and abuse, as well as fliers who simply want a safe, relaxing journey, a clampdown on shocking behaviour on passenger aircraft cannot come too soon.

The Mirror

• LORD BLUNKETT: 'UK faces a crisis for a whole generation of young people'Britain is at a pivotal moment as it embarks on the largest infrastructure building programmes in a lifetime. From the Lower Thames Crossing to Heathrow expansion, there is a pipeline of transformative projects, and the Government's 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy proposes £725 billion in investment. I believe that this strategy, supported by businesses, government, local authorities and educational institutions working together, is key to solving this crisis of unemployment.

Birmingham Mail

• Rachel Reeves confirms tax handout for 9 groups of drivers - full listComes after a Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves update a fortnight ago.
• Rachel Reeves confirms 5p rule for drivers giving colleagues a lift to workGovernment has confirmed new fuel advisory rates amid the impact of the Iran war - but has left one rule untouched.

Bristol Live

• The fight for Bristol's buses: Uncertainty deepens as officials refuse to release franchising studyCampaigners calling for bus services in Bristol and the West of England to be brought back under public control say those in charge of the region are keeping a report into the idea out of the public domain.

Daily Post (North Wales)

• Case for third Menai crossing pushed by independent think tankA report also argues for greater 20mph flexibility in Wales and support for local road bypass schemes

Morning Star

• Calls to prevent 'two-tier workforce' as Britain's biggest railway operator nationalisedUNIONS warned a 'two-tier workforce' is being created today, as Britain's largest train operator, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), had its services taken into public ownership.

Chester Standard

• Llandudno Junction-Chester line to shut for essential workRAIL services between Llandudno Junction and Chester will be replaced by bus services for two days next week as the line undergoes essential maintenance work.

Other Regional Press

• E-cargo bike hire scheme launches in Brighton and HoveCargo bikes could soon become a common sight on the streets, carrying anything from children to groceries.
• Video report from National Highways on Lower Thames Crossing workRESIDENTS and visitors to rural parts of Thurrock have been watching work carried out by contractors employed by National Highways ahead of the planned Lower Thames Crossing.
• Tempsford town impact on A1 near Biggleswade and SandyA section of the A1 near Biggleswade and Sandy would need re-routing, if government plans for a new town at Tempsford go ahead, a meeting heard.
• Save Fulbourn campaign launched over rail depot fearsResidents are fighting a proposed rail depot they fear will 'completely destroy' the face of their village.
• Fears East West Rail could follow HS2 as alarm raised over costConcerns about the future cost of East West Rail have intensified after Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander confirmed the government would proceed with HS2 despite its price tag rising above £100bn.
• LEE WATERS: Architect of Wales' 20mph law admits it 'came at a price' as he warns Labour faces 'existential crisis'The former Llanelli MS who masterminded the default 20mph speed limit has said Welsh Labour faces an existential crisis after its near-wipeout at the Senedd election conceding the policy that defined his time in government took a political toll.
• Oldham tram line reopens after major improvement worksAfter two weeks of closures for maintenance, the Oldham-Rochdale Metrolink line is back up and running.
• Work to begin on £28m Huddersfield Bus Station revampThe work will see new information screens, improved security, and a new entrance added to the station
• London Road delays warning as cycleway roadworks lasting 10 months start todayThe next section of the cycleway is set to be on London Road, between Abbey Road in Whitley and Toll Bar End, with roadworks starting today - and delays are likely.

Construction Enquirer

• Willmott Dixon bags another transport hub jobWillmott Dixon has secured another major transport hub contract after being appointed to deliver the £28m transformation of Huddersfield Bus Station.

Route One (Bus and Coach)

• Nottingham City Transport retires its last Scania OmniDekka buses30 May marked removal from service of the last of 174 examples purchased from 2003 to 2011

Sustainable Bus

• A new operating model for Limoges: trolleybuses and e-buses take centre stage in the 'Moovéo' programmeLimoges (France) is planning, in collaboration with TCL (Société de Transports en Commun de Limoges), a comprehensive overhaul of its public transport system.

Other News Sources

• Transport Forum appoints new co-chairSheffield Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed transport specialist Leigh Bramall as co-chair of its South Yorkshire Transport and Infrastructure Forum.
• Solving the high-speed funding conundrumIRJ editor-in-chief, Kevin Smith reflects on the challenges involved to help secure funding for future high-speed rail projects.
• ScotRail slammed over closure of remote train station facilitiesScotRail has been slammed by train passengers over the closure of facilities at a rural station.