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South Western Railway increases passenger capacity one year after entering public ownership
South Western Railway has boosted capacity and comfort on key commuter routes following its first year under public ownership. The introduc…
Newcastle firm creates handbag from lab-grown T-Rex leather
Scientists in Newcastle have developed a sustainable way to create leather using reconstructed dinosaur collagen. The world's first handbag…
Pay-as-you-can restaurant opens in Stroud
The Long Table in Stroud is bringing the community together with a unique pay-as-you-can dining model. By offering simple, shared meals in …
Humpback whale spotted off the coast of Devon
A humpback whale was spotted swimming near Brixham harbour, delighting local fishermen and onlookers. The whale appeared to be in good heal…
£50 million investment announced for Plymouth marine innovation
The UK Government has launched a £50 million Defence Growth Deal to boost marine technology and research in Plymouth. This funding will sup…
New library opens in former Folkestone Woolworths store
A new library and community learning centre has opened in Folkestone, breathing new life into a former Woolworths building. The modern faci…
Rare plants thrive in Northumberland's former lead mining sites
Specialist plants like mountain pansies and alpine pennycress are flourishing in rare calaminarian grasslands created by centuries of lead …
Reading bus depot to host 600 community-owned solar panels
A new community-led project is installing over 600 solar panels on the roof of the Reading Buses depot. This initiative will generate enoug…
HS2 awards £856m contract for new Birmingham train depot and control centre
A new high-speed rail depot and control centre is set to be built in Washwood Heath, transforming a disused site into a major logistics hub…
Sandgate beach granted official bathing water status
Sandgate Granville Parade near Folkestone has been awarded official bathing water status, ensuring regular water quality testing by the Env…
RNLI lifeguards return to Swanage beach for the summer season
RNLI lifeguards have begun their daily patrols at Swanage beach to keep visitors safe throughout the summer. The team is on hand from 10am …
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration opens in London
The world’s largest museum dedicated to illustration has opened in Clerkenwell, housed within a restored 18th-century waterworks. Founded b…