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fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Petts Wood Station's footbridge to undergo major repairs

Petts Wood station will undergo seven months of disruption for extensive footbridge repairs starting August 2025.
#uk-government
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fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

The Indo Daily: The 550,000 man - but is Sean Sweeney our MetroLink messiah or future fall guy?

Mr. Sweeney is overseeing the Dublin MetroLink project, which has faced 24 years of delays and is unlikely to finish before 2035.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

UK's largest solar farm to power London Transport in green energy deal

This is exactly the kind of leadership we need from major public bodies to unlock investment in clean energy infrastructure. TfL is helping to bring forward large-scale UK solar - the cheapest and quickest form of new electricity generation.
London food
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

Southern U-turns on East Croydon bike rack closure after public outcry

It shouldn't have taken all this, but it is good to know it works. This U-turn is a great victory and proof that when a community raises its voice, it can be heard.
London politics
#thamesmead
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
London politics

Could this be London's property hotspot in 2040?

Government funding for DLR extension is crucial for unlocking residential development at Thamesmead and Beckton in London.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

The quiet south London town with few shops and no trains set for 15,000 new homes

Thamesmead's original vision as a futuristic town has transformed, highlighting underdevelopment and local ambivalence towards new transport proposals.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

The quiet south London town with few shops and no trains set for 15,000 new homes

Thamesmead's original vision as a futuristic town has transformed, highlighting underdevelopment and local ambivalence towards new transport proposals.
more#thamesmead
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Labour's investment plans: sugaring the bitter pill of austerity | Editorial

Rachel Reeves seeks to address regional inequality in Britain with renewed investment and structural changes in public finance.
London food
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Teddington station gets step-free access with two new lifts

Teddington station in London is now fully accessible with new lifts, enhancing mobility for all passengers.
#hs2
London politics
fromianVisits
5 months ago

HS2 is a "casebook example of how not to run a project" - Parliamentary report claims

Major uncertainties about Euston station's construction present significant challenges for the HS2 project, including unclear costs and completion timelines.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

HS2 is an example of how not to run a project' and may not even reach Birmingham

The HS2 project faces severe management and financial challenges, risking failure in delivering high-speed rail between London and Birmingham.
London politics
fromianVisits
5 months ago

HS2 is a "casebook example of how not to run a project" - Parliamentary report claims

Major uncertainties about Euston station's construction present significant challenges for the HS2 project, including unclear costs and completion timelines.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

HS2 is an example of how not to run a project' and may not even reach Birmingham

The HS2 project faces severe management and financial challenges, risking failure in delivering high-speed rail between London and Birmingham.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK citizens face fingerprint checks each time they visit EU

British citizens traveling to the EU will face additional biometric checks at borders with a new system set to be phased in beginning November.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Elizabeth line marks its 3rd birthday with the 600 millionth passenger journey

The Elizabeth line, celebrating its third birthday, has become the busiest railway in the UK while also highlighting challenges and the need for careful management of large transport upgrades.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss E-Bikes ... With Joy and Concern - Streetsblog New York City

Investing in protected bike lanes and e-bike infrastructure is crucial for safe and sustainable urban mobility.
fromianVisits
3 months ago

Euston station's loos get a makeover during the Easter closure

Euston Station's toilets were refurbished during a weekend closure coinciding with vital railway upgrades on the West Coast Main Line.
fromianVisits
3 months ago

Behind the scaffolding: Taking a look at the Hungerford Bridge restoration project

Hungerford Bridge in London is undergoing a significant restoration, emphasizing its historical and structural importance.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Full road closure on stretch of M7 motorway following gorse fires

A gorse fire is causing road closures and diversions on the N7 between Nenagh and Annacotty affecting traffic.
Visibility issues due to smoke from the fire pose risks for motorists.
fromianVisits
4 months ago

Eurostar faces competition as rail regulator finds space for rival trains

Increased competition on railways between London and mainland Europe possible as Eurostar's depot can accommodate more trains.
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fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago

Romford shopping centre could be redeveloped for station entrance and riverside park

The Romford Masterplan aims to redevelop the Brewery shopping centre, introduce a new station entrance, and enhance the local environment through the creation of parks and pedestrian-friendly spaces.
London politics
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

East and west tunnels at Dartford Crossing to close at these times weekend

Dartford Crossing's east and west tunnels will undergo essential maintenance, causing overnight closures this weekend from February 8 to February 10.
fromianVisits
7 months ago

Delayed Beam Park railway station moves forward with new planning application

The Beam Park station project faces delays and financial viability concerns, but new analyses and funding commitments are in motion to advance its approval.
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