68 h. ago Unique snow shelter removed from Highland rail line weeks before Scotland's heaviest snowfall for years

Network Rail defends decision on safety grounds because of structure’s poor condition

Politics

9 d. ago South Lanarkshire Council to boost social housing in Hamilton

The properties will be built at Almada Street in Hamilton and will help meet the growing demand for affordable and secure housing in the area.

Politics

1 week ago Caledonian Sleeper boss raises hopes of Manchester's first night train

Managing Director of the Caledonian Sleeper, Graham Kelly, spoke to the MEN ahead of the launch of the rail company's first service from Birmingham to Scotland on Thursday night

Politics

2 w. ago Ministers to announce new rail link between Birmingham and Manchester

Government will reveal much-delayed plans for major new and upgraded rail links in north of England

Politics

2 w. ago Funding of almost £700k boosts Glassford Village Hall redevelopment plans

The grant will be funded from Dungavel and Kype Muir Windfarms which contribute to the South Lanarkshire Council-administered Renewable Energy Fund.

Economics

2 w. ago ScotRail: Alternative travel arrangements issued ahead of rail engineering works between Edinburgh and Fife

Customers are being encouraged to plan ahead.

Politics

2 w. ago Thousands deal with Storm Goretti havoc as forecasters warn of more snow and ice

The Met Office said on Friday morning that Storm Goretti ‘continues to cause problems’ as a mixture of rain, sleet and snow batters some areas.

Events

3 w. ago £7m upgrade in North Lanarkshire boosts Scotland’s rail freight network

It means "fewer emissions, less congestion on our roads, and support for Scotland’s economy".

Economics

3 w. ago ‘Disruptive’ snow and rain could hit parts of England this week, forecasters say

The Met Office said that even parts of the south may see some snow on higher ground on Thursday and Friday.

Events