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ITV News
a day ago
- Business
- ITV News
Contactless ticket system is rolled out across the Merseyrail network
Merseyrail say the new ticket system will help people to move more quickly through the network. It comes 20 years after London launched Oyster cards.
BBC News
a day ago
- Business
- BBC News
Merseyrail 'tap-and-go' ticketing launched
A new contactless payment system for purchasing train tickets on the Merseyrail network has been "tap-and-go" system allows passengers to use a MetroCard linked to their bank account to make journeys across the Liverpool City said it will remove the need to queue for tickets and will guarantee the lowest fare on all journeys. The roll-out follows a two-month pilot region mayor Steve Rotheram said the new system is helping to make travel in the region "simple, affordable, and fit for the future". "No more queuing, no paper tickets, and no worrying about whether you've bought the right fare," he second phase will launch later this year and will see passengers able to use their bank card, or devices such as phones or watches, without the need for a managing director Neil Grabham said the technology is "a significant advancement in our efforts to make rail travel simpler, faster and accessible for all".This smart ticketing system is part of Rotheram's plan to create an integrated transport system across the region on buses, trains, and ferries. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
ITV News
08-08-2025
- Sport
- ITV News
Merseytravel tells fans 'get your steps in' as Everton's new stadium tests capacity for first time
Merseytravel have told supporters to be prepared to "get your steps in" as Everton FC's new stadium tests at capacity for first time. The Toffees will host Italian giants AS Roma at Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium in a double-header friendly match, with both clubs' first teams and legends facing off. The company have advised fans that Sandhills station is likely to be "very busy", so have recommended that fans take the approximately 30-minute walk from Moorfields station instead. It is the third and final test event at the stadium, and will be the first time it will welcome a capacity crowd of up to 52,769. Merseyrail say they have a "robust plan" in place for the fixture, with extra services and staff across the network. Sandhills station will serve as the main hub for match day travel, where a second entrance and pedestrian footbridge has been constructed in an attempt to manage the crowds. Moorfields and Bank Hall stations are being used as part of Merseyrail's contingency plans, should disruption occur at Sandhills station during the event. Further provisions for the fixture include: A 15-minute service on the Southport, Ormskirk, Hunts Cross, and Headbolt Lane lines before and after the event. All available 4 and 8-car trains in service to support increased demand. A revised timetable for customers travelling to or from Cressington station. After the first test event, the Everton Fans' Forum wrote an open letter to Liverpool Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram with concerns over transport, parking and street lighting near the club's new stadium. Long queues formed on platforms at Sandhills station, fans were unable to park close by and a lack of street lighting on nearby roads also caused issues. Neil Grabham, Managing Director at Merseyrail, said: 'We look forward to welcoming Everton fans who choose to travel by Merseyrail to this weekend's third test event at the Hill Dickinson Stadium."We've put in place a robust plan with extra services and staff across the network to support, but customers should expect the network to be very busy on Saturday."Like train stations near other major football stadiums across the UK, Sandhills station will be extremely busy on matchdays. "Customers can help us, to help them, by planning ahead, allowing extra time for journeys, and considering alternative routes in case of unexpected disruption'. The men's team played their final match at Goodison Park on 18 May 2025 when they beat Southampton 2-0. The new ground is built on Bramley Moore Dock, and takes its name from the international commercial law firm "Hill Dickinson" based in Liverpool, who are the official naming rights partner. The Toffees will host their first Premier League match at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday 24 August against Brighton and Hove Albion. Want more on the issues affecting the North? Our podcast, From the North answers the questions that matter to our region.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Merseyrail trains suspended after 'operational incident'
Merseyrail has suspended some services on the Wirral line this morning, July 31, due to an "operational incident". Trains on the West Kirby and New Brighton line are currently not running due to an incident at Birkenhead North. A rail replacement bus service is running between New Brighton station and Hamilton Square, and between West Kirby and Hamilton Square. Rail tickets are being accepted on all Wirral Arriva services, and West Kirby line users will also have their tickets accepted on Stagecoach's 38 Bus. Disruption is expected to last on both lines until around 10am. The Chester and Ellesmere Port lines are running as normal. READ MORE: 'Kind soul' who dreamed of becoming a nurse was 'taken way too young' READ MORE: Alexis Mac Allister makes tearful Liverpool admission as Virgil van Dijk reacts to transfer exit For the latest news and breaking news visit Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by signing up to our daily and breaking newsletter. Sign up to our breaking news newsletter here. Follow us on X @LivECHONews or on Bluesky @ - official Liverpool ECHO accounts - real news in real time. We're also on Facebook/theliverpoolecho - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Liverpool ECHO.
Metro
08-07-2025
- Metro
Passengers plunged into 'pitch black' darkness after train gets stuck in tunnel
Train passengers were stuck in darkness for two hours in a tunnel after a power supply problem led to multiple cancellations on the network. A Merseyrail train suddenly lost power around 6 pm yesterday in a tunnel between St Michael's and Hunts Cross. Passenger Tom, 26, told the ECHO he was on his way to a flat viewing and was expecting to get off at the next station when his carriage suddenly stalled. He said: 'The Merseyrail train was stuck for two hours in the tunnel. The power went off, the lights went off, and then the woman working on the train said, 'Don't worry, everyone, it's fine, we're going to be fine'. The train driver opened the door, and Michael said he and the other passengers could see lights at the end of the tunnel. They were sitting in complete darkness for two hours before another train towed them off to Brunswick, where they got off around 8 pm. The ECHO understands the driver of the train was in contact with the control room through a radio system while they waited for the problem to be resolved. Tom added: 'Because we stopped in the tunnel, it was pitch black, you couldn't see anything. It couldn't have stopped anywhere worse, it was so dark – it was like something out of a movie. 'People started getting really hot, needing water, needing something to eat. The driver kept telling people not to worry and apologising.' Network Rail – the infrastructure manager of most of the railway network across the country – is responsible for the power supply on the network. In a statement on X at 9 pm on Monday, Merseyrail said: 'Services on the line are returning, subject to delays and short notice cancellations until a normal working timetable is restored.' The incident came just days after passengers on the Eurostar were stuck on the tracks for nine hours after their train lost power. Angry passengers took to social media, claiming they were left without working toilets on the stifling trains with no airflow. More Trending A passenger who was trapped on the Eurostar tracks near Guines, who did not want to be named, told Metro: 'We've been here for about four hours now. They said both of the engines are out of service and we need a new train to take us. 'Conditions aren't great – paramedics are on board and triaging people. There are no toilets. No AC. No water. Zero communication from staff on board. None. The only info we get is from Twitter.' Eventually, passengers were told to disembark outside of Calais and wait for a replacement train service. Eurostar claimed the train arrived in St Pancras International 50 minutes later – meaning the usual two-hour journey clocked in at more than 11 hours. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Perverts who live streamed sex attack on teen girl in van walks free from court MORE: Woman, 44, stabbed to death inside shop on busy main road MORE: Sponsorships cut, safe spaces lost: The quiet collapse of UK Prides
