Two northern stations managed by TransPennine Express are currently in the news - for the right reasons !

Huddersfield station is currently in the middle of a major upgrade -  the station will have 4 through platforms and 2 bay platforms to increase operational flexibility. Platforms will be extended to 200m in length (excluding the Penistone line platform) and moved slightly eastwards towards Leeds, and as a result, a new footbridge with lifts will be installed to supplement the existing subway.​

You can read more about its part in the TransPennine route upgrade here... and travel to Huddersfield from Chinley in about 1hr 45 mins via Manchester PIccadilly.

At the other end of the TransPennine route network, Hull's Paragon Interchange station was awarded a top award in the National Rail Award's Large Station category.

" This award reflects the hard work, passion and commitment of colleagues, partners and the local community who have transformed Hull Paragon into a safer, more welcoming and vibrant place,” said Ben Courtney, former station manager for Hull, Brough and Selby, who was closely involved in the station’s redevelopment". You can read more here on Hull CC's website ... and on the TPE website here You can travel to Hull from Chinley in about 2h 50 mins via Sheffield.

The so-called ‘Railway Oscars’  held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London were hosted by ITV News. Read more about the 2025 event and all the categories of awards here ...

This all makes for cheerful reading - but why, oh why, is there no news about the start date for improvements at Chinley station, despite its inclusion on the DfT's 2024 Access for All list ?

You can contact the MP for High Peak here