Valentine’s Day is just around the corner many people may want to make use of one of the UK's many roadtrips available and three of the best are in Wales. With stunning scenery and spring starting in a month, taking in the views on a roadtrip could be just the answer. With more than 6 million consumers in the UK having a car purchased on finance and most … [Read more...]
Travel Features
Confidence defined by experience and knowledge
Driving confidence, shaped by experience and knowledge, supports safer driving by helping motorists make timely decisions, stay calm under pressure and navigate challenging situations. Car insurance experts at Uswitch recently surveyed 2,000 UK motorists to explore the situations that put their confidence to the test and the on-road experiences that most … [Read more...]
Holyhead Port closes after incident
Holyhead Port is temporarily closed after a ferry collided with a berthing quay. It is not known when it will reopen and passengers have been advised to contact their travel organiser for more details and possible alternative routes across the Irish sea. The terminal was affected by another incident during a storm last year. Then, services were diverted … [Read more...]
Christmas specials to digest on Transport for Wales
Pork belly bites, turkey dinner with all the trimmings and Christmas crumble are back on the menu as Transport for Wales brings its festive feast back to the rails this Christmas. The festive dining menu has returned to selected TfW services, inviting passengers to rediscover the joy of train travel while indulging in locally sourced, chef-crafted seasonal … [Read more...]
Autonomouse driving concerns about trial
Almost two-thirds of motorists (64%) say they are worried about sharing roads with autonomous, self-driving vehicles when trials start in the UK next year, shows new research. November’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 64% would also be more cautious around these vehicles, 28% don’t think the technology should be tested on public highways, 27% believe … [Read more...]
Brakes go on Welsh bus registrations
Bus operators in Wales have put the brakes on fleet renewal despite the Welsh Government promoting public transport over private use. Welsh bus fleet renewal was the worst in Britain in the last sales quarter but the figures have been distorted by the very low numbers for Wales compared to other parts of the UK. However, year to date figures show Welsh … [Read more...]
Cheaper bus fares extended for children
More young people will benefit from cheaper bus fares across Wales as the £1 bus fare pilot is extended to all 5–15-year-olds this week. The scheme, which was launched in September for 16–21-year-olds, is already proving to be a success with almost a quarter of a million journeys made by young people taking advantage of the cheaper fares. The extended … [Read more...]
Newslines 3 November
This morning, the Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates and the First Minister of Wales, Eluned Morgan, will visit Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station to launch £1 bus fares for 5–15-year-olds. This rollout is an extension of the 16–21-year-old pilot scheme that was launched in September, as part of the Welsh Government Draft Budget … [Read more...]
M4 Prince of Wales Bridge closes tonight for repairs
The M4 Prince of Wales Bridge is closing tonight for emergency repairs to the eastbound carriageway after discovery of a safety critical defect. Commenting on news the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge will close for emergency repairs, South Wales Central MS Andrew RT Davies has said the importance of the route demonstrates the “folly of Welsh … [Read more...]
All aboard and vote for your favourite station
Two Welsh stations have been shortlisted for the "World Cup of Stations 2025" as the event enters its final stage. Some 20 stations are going head-to-head for the title of Most Life-Changing Station. Hosted by Rail Delivery Group, the competition gives the public the chance to decide which station deserves the crown, drawing on everything from sporting … [Read more...]
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