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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Is the Silvertown tunnel a bridge to the future or a step backwards?

Silvertown tunnel aims to improve transport links and reduce congestion despite environmental concerns in an already polluted area.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

It's official: London's public transport is now the most expensive in the world

London's recent fare increase makes it the most expensive city for public transport globally.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

When Silvertown opens, Blackwall tolls start too

The Silvertown Tunnel tolls are highly debated, with critics arguing against it due to environmental concerns and supporters claiming it will improve transport efficiency.
London
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 11th February 2025

London's first vegan restaurant to earn a Michelin star marks a significant milestone for plant-based cuisine.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Is the Silvertown tunnel a bridge to the future or a step backwards?

Silvertown tunnel aims to improve transport links and reduce congestion despite environmental concerns in an already polluted area.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

It's official: London's public transport is now the most expensive in the world

London's recent fare increase makes it the most expensive city for public transport globally.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

When Silvertown opens, Blackwall tolls start too

The Silvertown Tunnel tolls are highly debated, with critics arguing against it due to environmental concerns and supporters claiming it will improve transport efficiency.
London
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 11th February 2025

London's first vegan restaurant to earn a Michelin star marks a significant milestone for plant-based cuisine.
more#london
#public-transport
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago
London

Piccadilly line disruption: London Underground closures have been extended until October

The Piccadilly line closures are necessary for upgrades to accommodate new trains, impacting major stations for several months.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London food

The DLRand Overground closures and changes for south London this week

Engineering works will disrupt Overground and DLR services in south London from March 3 to March 9.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago
London

London tube and train closures this weekend: the full list of travel disruption for February 14-16

Plan ahead for Valentine's Day transport disruptions involving the Piccadilly, Overground, and Elizabeth Lines.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Europe news

'It is sloppy' - train delays criticised as Irish Rail data lays bare extent of rail punctuality problems

Irish Rail's punctuality metrics are misleading, leading to public distrust in train services.
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago
London

Piccadilly line disruption: London Underground closures have been extended until October

The Piccadilly line closures are necessary for upgrades to accommodate new trains, impacting major stations for several months.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London food

The DLRand Overground closures and changes for south London this week

Engineering works will disrupt Overground and DLR services in south London from March 3 to March 9.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago
London

London tube and train closures this weekend: the full list of travel disruption for February 14-16

Plan ahead for Valentine's Day transport disruptions involving the Piccadilly, Overground, and Elizabeth Lines.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Europe news

'It is sloppy' - train delays criticised as Irish Rail data lays bare extent of rail punctuality problems

Irish Rail's punctuality metrics are misleading, leading to public distrust in train services.
more#public-transport
#accessibility
fromTime Out London
1 week ago
London

This major London bridge has finally reopened to cyclists after a 3 million project

Hammersmith Bridge has reopened for pedestrians and cyclists, but its future for vehicle use is still uncertain.
fromTime Out London
2 days ago
London

This busy Piccadilly line station is London's latest step-free tube stop

Knightsbridge station is now London's 93rd step-free tube stop, enhancing accessibility.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
London food

Tooting station gets step-free access with two new lifts

Tooting station now features step-free access with the addition of two new lifts, improving accessibility for passengers.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
London startup

Surrey Quays station upgrade on target for Summer 2026 completion

New entrance and step-free access at Surrey Quays station expected to open summer 2026, enhancing facilities for thousands of passengers.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Overground station upgrade has been stuck on drawing board for six years

Hackney Downs station's accessibility improvements, promised in 2019, remain unresolved and face significant delays in funding negotiations.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 days ago
London politics

TfL unveils new look for priority seating across London transport network

New priority seat design will enhance visibility for users across the TfL network.
fromTime Out London
1 week ago
London

This major London bridge has finally reopened to cyclists after a 3 million project

Hammersmith Bridge has reopened for pedestrians and cyclists, but its future for vehicle use is still uncertain.
fromTime Out London
2 days ago
London

This busy Piccadilly line station is London's latest step-free tube stop

Knightsbridge station is now London's 93rd step-free tube stop, enhancing accessibility.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
London food

Tooting station gets step-free access with two new lifts

Tooting station now features step-free access with the addition of two new lifts, improving accessibility for passengers.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
London startup

Surrey Quays station upgrade on target for Summer 2026 completion

New entrance and step-free access at Surrey Quays station expected to open summer 2026, enhancing facilities for thousands of passengers.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Overground station upgrade has been stuck on drawing board for six years

Hackney Downs station's accessibility improvements, promised in 2019, remain unresolved and face significant delays in funding negotiations.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 days ago
London politics

TfL unveils new look for priority seating across London transport network

New priority seat design will enhance visibility for users across the TfL network.
more#accessibility
#infrastructure
Europe news
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Major blackout sweeps through Europe

Widespread power outages occurred across Spain, impacting Portugal and France, disrupting transportation and daily activities.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
London food

'A massive pain but well worth it': Gallows Corner project welcomed

TfL plans to refurbish Gallows Corner flyover to enhance safety and traffic flow, addressing its deteriorated condition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

A prize worth pursuing: has Elizabeth line shown what rail investment can achieve?

The Elizabeth line has significantly transformed travel and urban development in London, highlighting the potential for successful infrastructure projects.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Lower Thames Crossing approved by government

The UK government has approved a £9 billion plan for the Lower Thames Crossing, set to reduce Dartford Crossing traffic by 20% by 2032.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

Labour councils call for Bakerloo line funding

Calls for government funding to upgrade and extend the Bakerloo line highlight need for improved connectivity in South-East London.
Europe news
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Major blackout sweeps through Europe

Widespread power outages occurred across Spain, impacting Portugal and France, disrupting transportation and daily activities.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
London food

'A massive pain but well worth it': Gallows Corner project welcomed

TfL plans to refurbish Gallows Corner flyover to enhance safety and traffic flow, addressing its deteriorated condition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

A prize worth pursuing: has Elizabeth line shown what rail investment can achieve?

The Elizabeth line has significantly transformed travel and urban development in London, highlighting the potential for successful infrastructure projects.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Lower Thames Crossing approved by government

The UK government has approved a £9 billion plan for the Lower Thames Crossing, set to reduce Dartford Crossing traffic by 20% by 2032.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

Labour councils call for Bakerloo line funding

Calls for government funding to upgrade and extend the Bakerloo line highlight need for improved connectivity in South-East London.
more#infrastructure
#tfl
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

London travel news LIVE: Tube's Piccadilly line hit by severe delays due to faulty track

TfL is addressing severe delays on the Piccadilly line due to a faulty track at Cockfosters.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

East London Superloop should stop in Hornchurch and not Elm Park, TfL told

Healthwatch Havering proposes changes to the SL12 bus route for better healthcare access.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

NINE days of Croydon tram closures as track replacement works start

Croydon's tram network is undergoing essential maintenance and repairs resulting in service disruptions from February 15 to February 23.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London music

London travel news LIVE: Tube's Piccadilly line hit by severe delays due to faulty track

TfL is addressing severe delays on the Piccadilly line due to a faulty track at Cockfosters.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

East London Superloop should stop in Hornchurch and not Elm Park, TfL told

Healthwatch Havering proposes changes to the SL12 bus route for better healthcare access.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

NINE days of Croydon tram closures as track replacement works start

Croydon's tram network is undergoing essential maintenance and repairs resulting in service disruptions from February 15 to February 23.
more#tfl
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Union tells Overground staff to refuse railcard discounts over disciplinary errors'

Railcard discounts can't be applied to Oyster cards by frontline staff, risking higher fares for commuters.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London music

Four new tube posters commissioned by the London Transport Museum

The London Transport Museum introduces new posters by artist Eliza Southwood, highlighting four attractions in London, marking a revival of contemporary travel art.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

The sleepy Essex village where planes come and go but no trains

Stapleford Abbotts is a quaint Essex village known for its rural charm and traditional pubs, but it lacks a train station.
#dlr
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago
London

London travel disruption in April 2025: full list of tube and train closures this month

Plan ahead for major transport disruptions during the London Marathon and Easter bank holiday weekend.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Greenwich campaigner warns DLR station closure will be 'necessary inconvenience'

Closure of Cutty Sark DLR station is necessary due to escalator replacement, despite expected inconvenience to local passengers.
fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago
London

London travel disruption in April 2025: full list of tube and train closures this month

Plan ahead for major transport disruptions during the London Marathon and Easter bank holiday weekend.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Greenwich campaigner warns DLR station closure will be 'necessary inconvenience'

Closure of Cutty Sark DLR station is necessary due to escalator replacement, despite expected inconvenience to local passengers.
more#dlr
#dartford-crossing
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Dartford Crossing tunnels to close overnight as clocks go back

Drivers should prepare for overnight closures of the Dartford Crossing this weekend due to essential maintenance work.
Diversions will be in place, and motorists are encouraged to plan ahead to avoid delays.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

The Dartford Crossing west tunnel closures this weekend

Dartford Crossing's west tunnels will close for maintenance on April 5, impacting traffic and requiring diversions.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Dartford Crossing tunnels to close overnight as clocks go back

Drivers should prepare for overnight closures of the Dartford Crossing this weekend due to essential maintenance work.
Diversions will be in place, and motorists are encouraged to plan ahead to avoid delays.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

The Dartford Crossing west tunnel closures this weekend

Dartford Crossing's west tunnels will close for maintenance on April 5, impacting traffic and requiring diversions.
more#dartford-crossing
#public-transit
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London politics

TfL launches consultation on new Superloop express bus route through north-east London

A new Superloop express bus route (SL12) proposed for Havering aims to enhance north-south connectivity and address local transportation needs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London music

Manchester's Bee Network introduces tap-in travel on buses as well as trams

Greater Manchester's transport network is becoming integrated with contactless fares, enhancing ease of travel akin to major cities like London.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London politics

TfL launches consultation on new Superloop express bus route through north-east London

A new Superloop express bus route (SL12) proposed for Havering aims to enhance north-south connectivity and address local transportation needs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London music

Manchester's Bee Network introduces tap-in travel on buses as well as trams

Greater Manchester's transport network is becoming integrated with contactless fares, enhancing ease of travel akin to major cities like London.
more#public-transit
#london-overground
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
London

See which London rail network scored best in the UK for value for money

London Overground excels in value for money and ranks high in passenger satisfaction among UK rail services.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

All the DLR and Overground closures and changes this week

Engineering works will disrupt some DLR and London Overground services from February 24 to March 2.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
London

See which London rail network scored best in the UK for value for money

London Overground excels in value for money and ranks high in passenger satisfaction among UK rail services.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

All the DLR and Overground closures and changes this week

Engineering works will disrupt some DLR and London Overground services from February 24 to March 2.
more#london-overground
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London food

Train passengers warned of weekend disruption

Train services in south-west London will face disruptions this weekend due to engineering works, affecting multiple rail routes.
London food
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

The south east London stations with the most train cancellations revealed

Rail passengers gain visibility into train cancellations and delays through new performance data released by the Office of Rail and Road.
London food
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Police launch manhunt after woman sexually assaulted on Elizabeth Line

A man has been identified as a suspect in a sexual assault on a train in February.
Police are conducting a manhunt and released images of the suspect for public assistance.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Paris imposes car-sharing lane on congested ring road

The Paris peripherique introduces a car-sharing lane to reduce pollution and is supported by the city hall, drawing criticism from right-leaning parties.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London politics

What are the salaries for Tube and bus drivers working for TfL as Elizabeth Line cancels strikes?

Aslef union accepts new pay offer from MTR, cancelling scheduled strikes and raising average train driver salary to 75,000.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
2 months ago

RATP "Mobility Trends Report" highlights major challenges for the sector towards 2030

RATP Dev's report highlights eight megatrends reshaping mobility, urging collaboration among decision makers to address future transport challenges.
Cars
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Man slapped with 625 ULEZ fine despite driving an electric car

Charges for electric vehicle despite being compliant with ULEZ regulations highlight systemic issues in vehicle registration and toll payment systems.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

414 bus route in south London to be axed despite hundreds of objections

Bus route 414 will be withdrawn on February 22, 2025, following feedback from a public consultation highlighting significant concerns about accessibility and overcrowding.
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