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Thursday, 30 April 2026

BBC News

• Art group frustrated Elizabeth II mural removedA street art group has been left frustrated after its mural of Queen Elizabeth II at a railway station was painted over without warning, the group's co-founder said.
• New railway bike lockers aim to boost cyclingA series of secure lockers have been installed near a Worcestershire train station to make it "easier and safer" to store bikes, a council said.
• Scotland fans hire US school buses to dodge World Cup transport costsCriticism has erupted after it emerged fans would be charged $80 for a train and $90 for a bus from Boston to the stadium in Foxborough.
• Glasgow council to look at restoring pontoons and river buses Boats carrying people over the water were once a common sight in the city but the service ended last year.
• Oil jumps to highest price since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran optionsAxios reported that US Central Command has prepared a plan for a wave of "short and powerful" strikes on Iran.

ITV News

• Heathrow issues warning over impact of Middle East war
Heathrow airport has warned it expects its passenger numbers for the rest of the year to be affected by the situation in the Middle East.

Financial Times

• China's CIC considers selling Heathrow stake over third runway cost worriesA Chinese sovereign wealth fund is considering a sale of its stake in Heathrow airport partly over concerns about the rising cost

The Guardian

• A bathroom for every passenger! Welcome to future of air travel – if you’ve got £13,000 to spareYou already get extra legroom and all sorts of goodies if you travel first class. Soon you won’t even have to queue for the toiletName: The aeroplane en suite
• ‘Nightmare’ queues and missed flights: readers report turbulent start to EU entry-exit systemSome travellers spent hours in lines at airport, with kiosks not working, little seating and few staff on hand to helpSome travellers passing through the new EU entry-exit system (EES) have faced huge delays at border checks, with some waiting for up to three hours, airports say.The new rules have gradually been introduced in Europe since October 2025, and came into effect on Friday in the Schengen countries – 25 of the EU’s 27 states plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Switzerland.

Times Online

• Iran war fears making travellers book last minute, says Jet2 [subscription]Holiday firm says geopolitical uncertainty is 'limiting visibility' for the peak summer season but it won't impose surcharges on those who have already booked

City AM

• Airport warning over 'full' Heathrow as transfer traffic takes off on Iran warHeathrow issued a forthright warning over its capacity on Wednesday, as war in the Middle East meant demand for flight transfers took off.

Daily Express

• World's longest tunnel will stretch 76 miles and cut eight-hour journey to 40 minutesThe planned Bohai Strait Tunnel will be the world's longest undersea tunnel, slashing travel time between two major cities from eight hours to just 40 minutes

The Mirror

• UK has 'worst airport in Europe' for delays - and three others in the top 10Four UK airports have found themselves in the top 10 of the 'worst for delays' across Europe, with one securing the top spot following average delays of almost two hours
• Major airline cancels all flights to three UK holiday hotspots for JuneThe dumped air schedules are bad news for British travellers with flights axed to three fan-favourite destinations - the airline says 'safety of our passengers and crew is always our top priority'

Network Rail

• Film‑makers bring rail safety to the classroomProduction techniques more commonly seen on the big screen are being used to help school children understand the deadly risks of trespassing on Britain's railways.
• Cambrian line upgrades this May to prepare for new trains and improve reliabilityPassengers are advised of temporary service changes while Network Rail carries out essential infrastructure improvements ahead of new trains entering service later this year.
• Major Transpennine Route Upgrade works set to transform journeys between Huddersfield and LeedsWith less than one week until major improvement work begins, customers are being reminded to plan ahead with changes to services between Huddersfield and Leeds.

Birmingham Mail

• Revived 'Brumderground' system pledge comes under fire but backers say 'it's time'Birmingham Tories say an underground system could 'unlock the city's potential' - but others have questioned whether such an endeavour is realistic

Birmingham Post

• Jet2 sees rise in last-minute holiday bookings amid Iran war and jet fuel shortage fearsSummer passenger bookings to date are up 6.2%

Daily Post (North Wales)

• Ryanair boss warns some airlines could fail amid jet fuel crisis this summerMichael O'Leary has raised the alarm but insists Ryanair customers will face no price increases

LBC

• Heathrow issues warning as airport 'full' amid Middle East warAirspace closures following the outbreak of the war in the Middle East have had a major impact on air travel

Yorkshire Post

• Why Doncaster Sheffield Airport must not become a political footballWhen it comes to the reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA), politicians of all stripes should refrain from playing games. Turning the DSA into a political football would be negligent in the face of the economic prize on offer.

Get Surrey

• Cross-channel ferry company Brittany Ferries gives new fuel updateGlobal factors are affecting the cost and supply of fuel

Other Regional Press

• The people v Leeds Bradford Airport a new chapter begins Night flights ruled illegal by a public enquiry continue to operate but Leeds City Council could now take action to restore control
• London Gatwick's 14-week Route 4 consultation closesLondon Gatwick's 14-week public consultation on options for the future operation of Route 4 one of the nine departure routes for aircraft flying out of the airport has now closed.
• Fresh push for direct passenger rail link between Dunfermline and StirlingA move to open a line between the Fife town and Alloa collapsed last year.
• Carno station campaign anger at Welsh Government snubVillagers fighting for the return of a railway station say they were left 'outraged' after learning their community was once again overlooked for Welsh Government funding.
• Watford MP heaps praise on HS2 visits Euston Station HS2 siteWatford MP Matt Turmaine hailed HS2 works at Euston Station as a "phenomenal undertaking" after a site visit.
• Sean Woodcock questions why railway operator's new service doesn't stop in BanburyBanbury MP Sean Woodcock has written to a railway operator, asking why its new service doesn't stop in Banbury.
• Watford MP heaps praise on HS2 visits Euston Station HS2 siteWatford MP Matt Turmaine hailed HS2 works at Euston Station as a "phenomenal undertaking" after a site visit.
• Southern Rail to silence squeaking noise on tray tablesA familiar train noise is about to become a thing of the past for travellers across Sussex and beyond.
• Bedford Borough Council engaging with bus operators on service changesBedford Borough Council has committed to continue engaging with residents and bus operators to work towards a sustainable and reliable public bus network across the Borough.
• Calls for pause of controversial East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood bus gateThe leader of Bristol's Labour group says a pause on further attempts to install a new bus gate in east Bristol is 'the obvious, sensible approach to take'
• Driverless car manufacturer moves to new Coventry premises as business expandsAurrigo International is moving from the Bilton Industrial Estate into 130,615 sq ft premises at Power Park Coventry, where it plans to produce 500 autonomous vehicles each year

Rail Advent

• London Euston trains to be affected this MayThroughout the month of May, services to and from London Euston Station will be affected by a series of essential Network Rail upgrades.
• London Euston trains to be affected this MayThroughout the month of May, services to and from London Euston Station will be affected by a series of essential Network Rail upgrades.

Rail Magazine

• East West Rail electrification details as company points to lessons learnedThe East West Railway Company (EWR Co) is planning to electrify the Marston Vale Line and increase capacity and the frequency of services, as it launches its latest route-wide consultation.

Transportxtra

• Gibb blames 'intolerance of dissent' after DFTO sack himSenior rail industry manager Chris Gibb has spoken of an intolerance of dissent after being removed from the board of Department for Transport Operator Ltd (DFTO Ltd) for commenting at a Parliamentary event on the best decisions he believed should be made about HS2 rolling stock procurement.

Aviation Industry

• Birmingham Airport recruits commercial boss and travel trade executiveBirmingham Airport has recruited a new commercial boss and travel trade executive as part of the hub's ambitious growth strategy

Other News Sources

• Why It Works: How one Indian railway company turned travel into a gameIn a bid to tackle fare dodgers, Indian Railways introduced Lucky Yatra, a lottery entry for anyone who bought a ticket. The results show the effectiveness of surprise.
• A localised challenge: bringing air quality into focusAir quality has become an increasingly prominent issue across the rail industry in recent years and, while rail remains one of the most environmentally sustainable modes of transport at a national level, new evidence shows that the experience at station level can tell a more complex story.
• Cambrian Line set for major works as new trains to arriveEssential railway upgrades will affect travel in mid-Wales and the border region this month.
• Scotland to France sleeper train and 32 bus fare cap proposals in SNP's manifestoEye-catching proposals in the SNP's manifesto for next month's Scottish Parliament election include a sleeper train service to mainland Europe and legislating for a £2 adult bus fare cap. The party also says it will move national transport bodies, including Transport Scotland, back into the Scottish Government.
• Boldyn, EE, TfL deploy ESN infrastructure across London UndergroundNeutral host provider selected to deliver 4G mobile network infrastructure to enable Emergency Services Network across London Underground, supporting delivery of a critical national comms programme
• Leeds Bradford Airport takes mobile connectivity to higher altitudeNeutral host provider installs all-operator 4G mobile connectivity to English airport's refurbished terminal and newly opened extension as an ongoing managed service, ensuring connectivity for passengers and staff
• Doncaster Sheffield Airport: Aviation firm 2Excel reveals major expansion ambitions for site after jet landing milestoneAn aviation services and engineering company based at Doncaster Sheffield Airport wants to open a second hangar at the site.