Midlands Connect researches, develops & recommends transport projects which will provide the biggest possible economic and social benefits for the Midlands
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Jun 12
Earlier this year, Govt announced itβs third road investment strategy, delivering a boost for the Midlandsβ
8 Midlands schemes will be developed during RIS 3 and 6 in the future RIS 4 pipeline, creating smoother, more reliable journeys for drivers π
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May 14
Our Strategy and Programme Director Mike Bull and Rail Strategy Lead Richard Mann have been part of discussion panels with fellow rail colleagues today at #RailUK π€οΈ
They have been discussing lessons learned from rail projects and the role of regional leadership in transport π
ALT Photo of Mike talking on a panel discussion at Rail UK 2026.
ALT Photo of Richard talking on a panel discussion at Rail UK 2026.
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May 14
Our CEO @MariaPMachan is delivering a keynote speech at #UKRail, discussing:
π€ Aligning regional & local transport investment
π Strengthening regional connectivity
π° Supporting long-term economic growth through place-based transport investment
ALT Photo of Maria delivering her keynote speech at UK Rail 2026
ALT Photo of Maria delivering her keynote speech at UK Rail 2026
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May 12
UK Rail 2026 starts tomorrow - bringing the entire UK rail supply chain under one roof.
Our CEO @MariaPMachan will be delivering a keynote speech on aligning regional/national transport priorities ππ
Register now - it's freeπ
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We're at #Interchange26! Find us to chat about all things transport in the Midlands ππ
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Our CEO @MariaPMachan is part of the judging panel for the 2026 British Construction Industry Awards π’
If youβre involved in work that is setting the benchmark for the sector, find out how to enter π
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Feb 25
Policy Lead, Alex, shares her Insights on energy planning for freight and logistics π
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Feb 20
Tens of thousands of people across @LincolnshireCC are set to benefit from faster journeys, after the government confirmed funding for the North Hykeham Relief Road this week. Great to see another key MC scheme get the green light!
For more info: gov.uk/government/news/4500-β¦
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Rail Programme Lead, Andy Clark, shares his latest insights on the MRH alliance π
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Jan 14
Our Chief Exec @MariaPMachan comments on news from @transportgovuk:
"It is welcome and encouraging to see a renewed focus on improving rail connectivity, capacity, and resilience between Birmingham and Manchester."
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Jan 12
Kemble in Gloucestershire will see direct services to Birmingham and the Midlands as part of the #MidlandsRailHub
@rozsavageMP @GlosCC @WestGatewaySTB
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Lichfield MP, Dave Robertson, asked about #MidlandsRailHub in the Commons again today π
It's fantastic to have such vocal champions for our flagship scheme πͺ
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Rail Strategy Lead, Richard Mann, shares his thoughts on how new rail reforms will work in the Midlands π
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18 Dec 2025
Great to hear Midlands Rail Hub mentioned in Parliament again!
More than 50 stations will benefit from the scheme π
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8 Dec 2025
Transport investment between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury would boost the economy π
Our latest report outlines how improved connectivity could benefit the region π
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26 Nov 2025
Midlands Rail Hub won the CiTTi Awards Public Transport Award in London last night π
Thanks to a strong collaboration across the industry, our flagship rail scheme was recognised for its potential to revolutionise public transport π
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25 Nov 2025
In the latest Engine Room episode, Andy Clark talks all things Coventry, Leicester, and Nottingham: the rail reunion!
Listen wherever you get your podcasts π§
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19 Nov 2025
Direct trains from Stroud and Stonehouse to Birmingham will restart after 20 years π
Part of the #MidlandsRailHub beyond the Midlands
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18 Nov 2025
Direct trains between Swindon and Birmingham would be reinstated under #MidlandsRailHub
It would deliver 130 extra trains per week between the towns π
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5 Nov 2025
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