Midlands Connect researches, develops & recommends transport projects which will provide the biggest possible economic and social benefits for the Midlands
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Midlands Connect retweeted
🙏 Thanks to everyone who came along to Saturday's Digbeth drop-in event. It was great to talk and hear your views
🕟 The next event is 4pm - 8pm today at the Saffron Centre in Highgate
🗨️ Come along to see the proposals and have your say
ℹ️More at: mrhalliance.co.uk
Midlands Connect retweeted
Live at @TransCityRail Midlands 2026, we hear about what the future of freight in the Midlands!
With the region being so important in how freight moves around the country, Alexandra Dodds from @MidsConnect is on hand to speak about how to balance different priorities on the network. 🗣️
#ConnectingtheMidlands #Rail #Infrastructure #Midlands #TransCityRail #Freight #Economy #WestMidlands
Midlands Connect retweeted
🗨️ Have your say on plans to transform Birmingham’s railway
🚆 A consultation has opened on proposals to enhance the rail network between Birmingham Moor Street and Bordesley, improving connections, creating jobs and boosting the West Midlands
➡️More at: gloo.to/FDz7
Midlands Connect retweeted
Next week we join fbe #Birmingham and special guests from @MidsConnect for a regional update.
Still time to book your place(s) at buff.ly/8FNYerb
Kindly sponsored by @ORS_Office
Midlands Connect retweeted
Next month we join fbe #Birmingham and special guests from @MidsConnect for a regional update.
Full details online at buff.ly/cvuysFV
Kindly sponsored by @ORS_Office
Midlands Connect retweeted
Join us at the @UKLabour Party Conference to discuss how logistics underpins the whole economy, is crucial to kickstarting growth, enabling trade, delivering green prosperity and breaking down barriers to opportunity.
@RuthCadbury, @mike_reader, @RachelTaylorMP
@SEGROplc @MidsConnect @SECNewgateUK @HeathrowAirport @RailFreightUK @DPWorldUK @Port_of_Dover
Midlands Connect retweeted
A new study done by the transport body, Midlands Connect shows improvements to the #A50, could boost the economy and create jobs in #Staffordshire.
The report suggests improvements at Uttoxeter, Blythe Bridge and Sudbury, if completed by 2031, could bring in over a 1000 jobs.
Midlands Connect retweeted
🚆 Midlands Rail Hub Moves Forward
The £1.75bn Midlands Rail Hub just took a major leap forward with four powerhouse companies joining forces to deliver transformational upgrades.
Read the full story 👉railtechnologymagazine.com/a…
#MidlandsRailHub #BirminghamTransport #InfrastructureInvestment #RailwayUpgrade #UKRail #EconomicGrowth #Connectivity #VolkerRail #LaingORourke #AtkinsRealis #SiemensMobility @networkrail @MidsConnect @WMRExective @transportgovuk
Midlands Connect retweeted
I'm delighted that the Midlands Rail Hub's contractors' early priorities will include the redevelopment of Kings Norton station.
This work is essential for improving the frequency of services across the Cross City Line - including Longbridge and Northfield. (1/2) – at Birmingham, England
ALT Network Rail quotes which read that: Priority work for Midlands Rail Hub contactors include 'redeveloping Kings Norton station.' 'We are working to deliver early improvements and changes in Kings Norton ... to deliver benefits for passengers and communities as quickly as possible.' https://www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/midlands-rail-hub-looks-to-the-future-with-appointment-of-alliance-partners
Midlands Connect retweeted
🫱🏻🫲🏼 The preferred partners for the development and construction of Midlands Rail Hub have been announced
🚆 MRH will transform journeys and better connect people with jobs, opportunities and housing across the Midlands
➡️ Find out more: gloo.to/F2Sh
Midlands Connect retweeted
🚗Our £24 billion renewal of Britain’s roads continues.
Delighted to be in the West Midlands yesterday to visit the site of the new M54/M6 link road, which will reduce congestion on local roads by 80%.
It means smoother journeys and economic growth – part of our Plan for Change.
ALT Me with West Midlands Mayor, Richard Parker, Nicola Bello’s National Highways, Sarah Spink of Midlands Connect by the sign for the i54 business park close to the site of the new link road
Midlands Connect retweeted
🚆 Coventry to Leicester in a Flash? New Rail Plans Promise Faster, Greener Travel!
📍 Passengers are backing plans to reconnect Coventry, Leicester & Nottingham by direct rail for the first time in 20+ years — cutting journey times, boosting accessibility, and driving sustainable growth.
🔗 Read more: railtechnologymagazine.com/a…
• 💼 One direct line = thousands of new job opportunities
@MidsConnect @transportgovuk @coventrycc
#MidlandsRail #SustainableTransport #EconomicGrowth #Coventry #Leicester #Nottingham #RailUpgrade #Infrastructure #UKTransport #GreenTravel
Midlands Connect retweeted
Passengers between Coventry, Leicester and Nottingham show support for improvements to the route 🚆
Currently, a long change at Nuneaton means travellers avoid rail for this journey 🕙
shorturl.at/CeU2z
Midlands Connect retweeted
🚆 Upgrades to Castle Line welcomed by local commuters
🔹 £18M investment = faster journeys, better access to jobs, and greener travel options
Read how local voices are backing the plan 👉railtechnologymagazine.com/a…
@MidsConnect #CastleLine #MidlandsConnect #SustainableTransport #EastMidlands #RailUpgrades #EconomicGrowth #SocialMobility #Nottingham #Lincoln #InfrastructureMatters
Midlands Connect retweeted
🚆 I’m delighted that funding has now been confirmed for the Midlands Rail Hub – a huge step forward for Redditch!
This means more train services and a better experience for passengers, which is long overdue.
ALT Chris stands on Redditch platform next to a board celebrating the announcement
Midlands Connect retweeted
Today marks a fantastic milestone for rail travel in our region as the Midlands Rail Hub progresses, bringing with it new connections, additional platforms, and up to 300 extra trains daily.
During a recent visit to Kings Norton Station with Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker and Laurence Turner MP, I had the opportunity to witness first-hand how this significant investment will bridge communities and enhance travel experiences for everyone.
The improvements promise to revolutionise our transport network, making journeys smoother and more efficient.
@MidsConnect @larry_turner @RichParkerLab
#midlandsrailhub #sellyoak #kingsnorton #cotteridge
Midlands Connect retweeted
Working with the Labour government and @RichParkerLab funding for the Midlands Rail Hub was secured in the Spending Review which will see increased rail services across Birmingham👇
Midlands Connect retweeted
The Chancellor has committed funding for the Midlands Rail Hub - something I campaigned for with @larry_turner . 300 extra trains a day, 20 million more seats each year, and smarter connections into Birmingham, Worcester, Lichfield and beyond!
Midlands Connect retweeted
The Chief Executive of @MidlandsConnect says the Chancellor’s Spending Review will help deliver the “nationally significant” Midlands Rail Hub.
Is it money well spent? #PoliticsMidlands begins at 10am on BBC1
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj09…
Midlands Connect retweeted
A one minute explainer on what happened this week with funding for Northfield's rail services. 🚂
More information is available here: birminghammail.co.uk/news/mi…