Scottish publicly owned rail operator, trading as ScotRail.
Historic Furka and Glenfinnan steam trains are revived as tourist icons, linking Uri and Valais in Switzerland and drawing thousands to Glenfinnan’s viaduct. Enthusiasts describe a living machine as celebrations mark a century of journeys.
More than 80 firefighters and about 30 trucks have contained a fire at a single building on Victoria Street, Richmond. The blaze affected adjacent shopfronts; the premises was unoccupied. Victoria Police are investigating a ram raid and arson. Thick smoke has prompted VicEmergency alerts and road closures.
Deutsche Bahn has announced a step-by-step nationwide ban on drinking at all 5,400 train stations by Oct. 15, with Berlin’s central and Gesundbrunnen stations following on Sept. 1. The measure aims to curb violence linked to alcohol, after a recent assault on a security staffer during a ticket check. The ban excludes on-board trains and caters will be exempt from restrictions.
BBC and The Scotsman report that ScotRail’s new booking platform has caused widespread ticketing issues, password resets, and problems linking railcards, with passengers urged to use the old app until issues are resolved.
A record summer of heat, drought and wildfires has prompted an emergency Cobra meeting and voluntary retailer suspensions of disposable-barbecue sales. Green groups have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham urging him to call the crisis 'climate change' and stop new North Sea drilling; Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice has questioned net zero and urged adaptation and celebration of warmer weather.
The 16-17 Saver Railcard has been extended to remain valid for a full year from purchase, even if the holder turns 18, with the change taking effect on 17 August. The policy aligns the youth railcard with others, aiming to reduce travel costs for young people and support education, employment, and training. Several outlets report on varying proposals to widen discounts beyond the Southeast.
Liverpool city region has begun bringing bus services back under public control, starting in St Helens. Fares stay capped at £2, and the network aims to increase frequency, improve evening and weekend services, and better connect hospitals and rail links.
ScotRail has been unable to fix all faults in its new mobile app after launch; officials say fixes are being worked on with daily meetings with the supplier. Public anger has grown as thousands report problems booking and managing tickets.