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News London has published 13 stories involving M25, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Transport & TfL · London
M25 traffic chaos after crash near Denham Way
A collision on the M25 anticlockwise carriageway near junction 17 for Denham Way caused significant traffic delays. The incident led to partial closure of the road and miles of queues.
London1 min readTrust 36 · Craft 67 · Hype 25 
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 crash causes M20 traffic disruption
An incident on the M25 motorway on 23 October 2026 prompted a response from emergency services. The collision caused considerable disruption and traffic chaos on the M20.
London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 22 · Hype 50
Local News · All LondonKent Fire Service controls vehicle fire on M25 near Swanley
Kent Fire and Rescue Service responded to a vehicle fire on the M25 clockwise carriageway near Swanley at 6.44pm on 29 July 2026. Three fire engines and crews in breathing apparatus worked until the fire was under control at 7.16pm. No injuries were reported.
All London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 50 · Hype 20
Transport & TfL · LondonQueen Elizabeth II Bridge Reopens After M25 Crash
A collision on the M25 caused a partial closure of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at the Dartford Crossing. National Highways confirmed the bridge has reopened but warned of lingering delays.
London2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 85 · Hype 30
Council & Politics · LondonRichmond Council challenges Heathrow expansion plans over noise and pollution
Richmond Council has formally objected to the Government’s draft Heathrow expansion national policy statement, citing concerns over noise, air pollution, and carbon emissions. The council disputes the economic benefits and calls for stronger protections for residents before any vote in Parliament later this year.
London5 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 30
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 and Dartford Crossing closures disrupt overnight travel across Barnet and north London
National Highways has announced overnight closures on the M25, A282 Dartford Crossing, A1(M) and M3 affecting north London and Barnet. Residents travelling after 22:00 on 29 July should expect delays on connecting routes and diversions.
London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 70
Transport & TfL · LondonA1005 closure after Enfield collision sends M25 traffic to Potters Bar
A collision on The Ridgeway in Enfield on 6 August closed the A1005 and caused heavy M25 traffic towards Potters Bar. One man was taken to hospital. Transport for London confirmed diversions on the 313 bus route in both directions.
London4 min readTrust 66 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Transport & TfL · LondonA2 overnight closures this week affect Darenth, Cobham and Wick Lane junctions
Overnight closures on the A2 in Barnet and Bexley begin on 3 August, affecting slip roads at Darenth, Cobham and Wick Lane. National Highways has published times and diversion advice for drivers travelling between 8pm and 6am.
London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 crash near Watford creates long delays for north-west London drivers
A crash on the M25 near junction 19 has caused traffic queues stretching several miles. National Highways has confirmed one lane is still shut, with recovery expected to take hours. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes.
London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 22 · Hype 30
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 overnight closures start 3 August between junctions 8 and 9
Overnight closures on the M25 begin on 3 August, affecting the clockwise carriageway between junctions 8 and 9 and the anti-clockwise entry slip road at junction 13. National Highways advises motorists to allow extra time and follow diversion routes.
London4 min readTrust 36 · Craft 52 · Hype 15
WorldPower cut causes traffic signal failure on A25 near Sevenoaks
A power cut on 3 August 2026 disabled traffic signals at the A25 and M25 junction near Sevenoaks, Kent. National Highways issued updates as drivers faced delays, though the duration of the outage remains unclear.
4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 crash near Heathrow halts all lanes on 3 August 2026
All lanes of the M25 near Heathrow Airport were stopped on 3 August 2026 after a crash, causing severe delays. Emergency services attended the scene, though details of injuries or vehicles involved remain unclear. Drivers were advised to avoid the area.
London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 75
Transport & TfL · LondonM25 crash near Barnet causes morning delays for commuters
A crash involving two lorries on the M25 near Barnet’s Junction 23 caused significant delays for morning commuters on 16 May 2025. One lane remained closed for three hours, with tailbacks stretching to the A1(M). National Highways confirmed the incident and advised drivers to avoid the area.
London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 12