7 h. ago New free rail travel boost for people with a concession card 

A pilot scheme will run until the end of March for people in Scotland.

Transport

44 h. ago Paper and mobile train tickets to be replaced with GPS tracking in new travel trial

The pay-as-you-go system, which will involve passengers tapping in and tapping out on an app, will help bring rail ticketing ‘into the 21st Century’

Politics

57 h. ago The truth about Trainline: Millions of people use it to save money on rail fares... but is it actually cheaper? Our HOLIDAY GURU has the answer

Trainline operates a SplitSave feature utilising 'split-ticketing', a method of buying multiple tickets for a single route.

Economics

4 d. ago London travel news LIVE: Major travel disruption at London Liverpool Street and on M20

Live updates on London’s latest travel news across Tube, railways and roads

Politics

4 d. ago London travel news LIVE: Major disruption at London Liverpool Street due to broken rail

Live updates on London’s latest travel news across Tube, railways and roads

Politics

5 d. ago Older people making a new claim for PIP could boost monthly income to over £1,600

In most cases, people nearing State Pension age making a new claim for PIP are given a 10-year award.

Economics

6 d. ago The daily habit that could boost mental wellbeing in young people

Eating more fruit and vegetables could also mitigate the negative impact of a poor night’s sleep

Politics

6 d. ago Travel warning issued as rail passengers set for 30 DAYS of major disruption

No trains will call at two Greater Manchester stations as part of major works

Events

7 d. ago Older people with health issues could boost annual State Pension by up to £5,740

Attendance Allowance and Pension Age Disability Payment are tax-free benefits worth either £73.90 or £110.40 each week.

Economics

7 d. ago FCA seeks boost to workplace savings to help people navigate their financial lives

FCA seeks boost to workplace savings to help people navigate their financial lives  Financial Conduct Authority

Economics

9 d. ago Where the philosophy of happiness meets rail replacement buses

The Man Who Pays His Way: The greatest happiness of the greatest number is the constant quest of Network Rail

Politics

1 week ago Trains replace rail replacement buses in bank holiday weekend first from Birmingham New Street to International

Exclusive: Despite Network Rail warning of line closure, trains are running on the key intercity route

Politics

1 week ago Bank Holiday getaway chaos as major motorway sees huge tailbacks after crash while ferry passengers at Dover face nearly two hours of queues

Traffic warnings were issued this morning as 17 million people are expected to take to the roads today and 'do not travel' warnings were issued ahead of rail strikes.

Events

1 week ago State Pension boost of £300 each year for people looking after grandchildren

Older people could boost their State Pension by more than £6,000 over a typical 20-year retirement.

Economics

1 week ago The Bank Holiday getaway begins: Traffic chaos warnings issued as 17m get set to hit the roads while rail firm says 'do not travel' ahead of train strikes

Motorists hitting the roads for the August bank holiday should brace for long delays on major routes, with peak traffic hours expected between 10am and 7pm.

Events

1 week ago Train ticket costs set to soar AGAIN next year... but these clever tricks can help you slash the price

Whether it's signing up to a train time 'lucky dip,' using a rover ticket or claiming cashback, here's what you can do to save money on rail travel.

Economics

1 week ago ‘A way to see more of Europe and help us slow down’: readers’ favourite rail journeys

From scenic circuits of Wales and Scotland to a ‘ferry sleeper’ to Sicily, our tipsters sit back and soak up the views• Tell us about a foodie experience in Europe – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherStarting from the border town of Shrewsbury, a spectacular multiday circuit of north Wales is possible: take the Cambrian Coast line through Aberystwyth, Barmouth, Porthmadog, then the gorgeous Ffestiniog Railway to Blaenau, where you can link back to Llandudno on the coast, and return to Shrewsbury (change at Llandudno Junction). There’s no shortage of accommodation, allowing you to stop and explore without rigid planning. The Cambrian coast and the seaside towns are a largely unexplored jewel outside summer.Dave Thomas Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago People nearing retirement age could boost annual State Pension payments by up to £694

Deferring your State Pension could increase DWP payments in retirement.

Economics

1 week ago New calls for 2.3m people to receive 'carer credits' to help boost pension pots

DWP research indicates 15 million people are not saving enough for their retirement.

Politics

1 week ago London travel news LIVE: Rail disruptions causing travel chaos in major London stations

Live updates on London’s latest travel news across Tube, railways and roads

Events