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- Transport & TfL · London
London ULEZ fines drop 13.9% to 1.68 million
London drivers received 1,683,552 ULEZ penalty charge notices between April 1, 2025, and March 31, 2026. This figure represents a 13.9% decrease compared to the previous financial year, with May 2025 seeing the highest number of notices issued.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonTfL may limit Angel station exits evenings and weekends, full year‑long shutdown also under review
TfL is considering making Angel station exit‑only during evenings and weekends from November and is also studying a full closure that could last up to a year. Local traders and the Islington Council leader warn the move would hurt businesses, while TfL says no decision has been taken yet.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL asset backlog costs Londoners 830,000 hours in delays
Transport for London's infrastructure is facing a £6.5 billion renewals backlog, leading to hundreds of thousands of hours lost by commuters annually due to delays. The situation is projected to worsen without significant investment.
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Transport & TfL · NewhamStratford International station revival plans revealed
Stratford International station, which has been closed for international services since 2009, could be revived to serve cross-Channel trains. Plans by the Mayor of London aim for services to begin by 2030, with a potential £20 million revamp.
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Council & Politics · CroydonCroydon Council to close discretionary Freedom Pass scheme
Croydon Council is proposing to close its discretionary Disabled Persons Freedom Pass scheme to new applicants. The move is part of a wider financial strategy expected to save £140,000 over two years, though critics warn of increased isolation for vulnerable residents.
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Transport & TfL · CroydonCroydon ranked UK's most stressful place to drive
Croydon has been identified as the most stressful place to drive in the UK, according to a study by MoneySuperMarket. The borough received the lowest score for drivability, influenced by a high number of one-way roads, recorded road incidents, and an increase in driving offences.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonAngel Tube station faces year-long closure over escalator replacement
Angel Underground station in Islington could close for up to a year as Transport for London plans to replace its three 200-ft escalators. The station serves nearly 12 million passengers annually, and the escalators are 35 years old and becoming unreliable.
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Transport & TfL · NewhamNewham Roads Face 18-Month Closures for Public Realm Works
Several roads across Newham, including Katherine Road, Manor Park Road, and Forest Lane, will be subject to closures for up to 18 months starting October 21, 2026. The closures are part of public realm improvement works planned by Newham Council.
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Transport & TfL · GreenwichGreenwich Council to install 108 new cycle hire bays
Greenwich Council is planning to install 108 new cycle hire parking bays across the borough, expanding services to areas like Eltham and Plumstead. Funding is being provided by cycle hire companies Lime and Forest, alongside Transport for London.
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Transport & TfL · LondonGreater Anglia signs £800m deal for train maintenance
Greater Anglia has secured an £800 million maintenance contract with Alstom for its fleet of 133 Class 720 Aventra trains. The 15-year deal will cover the trains until the early 2040s and supports around 100 jobs at the Seven Kings depot.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow boss urges PM to back third runway by year-end
Heathrow's chief executive, Thomas Woldbye, has urged the Prime Minister to commit to the airport's third runway plans by the end of 2024. Investors require a decision on a formal planning application in the new year, with the project estimated to cost £33 billion.
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Transport & TfL · CroydonCroydon trams suspended for two weeks during track works
Trams between New Addington and East Croydon will be suspended for nearly two weeks from October 24 due to essential track renewal works. Road closures on Kent Gateway will also be in place for a month, with residents warned of potential noise from the 24-hour construction.
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Transport & TfL · CroydonCroydon Tram Network Faces Two-Week Closure for Track Renewal
The Croydon tram network will be closed for two weeks from October 24 to November 6 due to essential track renewal works near Arena junction. Transport for London (TfL) is arranging replacement bus services for affected routes.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTwo commuter trains cancelled after bedbugs found in driver cabs
On 22 September drivers reported bedbugs in the cabs of two commuter trains. Southeastern locked the trains at West Marina Depot, cancelled services on routes via Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks, and confirmed no insects were found on any High Speed 1 trains.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSoutheastern cancels London-Kent trains over bedbug infestation
Southeastern railway cancelled two services between London and Kent on September 29 due to a bedbug infestation. The pests were reportedly found in drivers' cabs, prompting concerns from staff and leading to service cancellations. Southeastern stated the issue was contained to cabs and did not affect passenger areas.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL investigates Tube worker over pro-Palestine stickers
Transport for London is investigating a video that appears to show a London Underground worker distributing pro-Palestine stickers. The incident has drawn criticism, with TfL's code of conduct prohibiting political material.
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Transport & TfL · WestminsterWestminster council seeks £6m to avert Waterloo Bridge closure
Westminster City Council has asked for £6 million to carry out urgent repairs on Waterloo Bridge after an inspection revealed water damage and 2 mm cracks. Without funding, weight restrictions or a complete closure could be imposed by 2030, officials say.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonAvanti West Coast to be nationalised March 2027
Avanti West Coast will be taken into public ownership on 7 March 2027, the Transport Secretary has announced. The operator, which runs services from London Euston, had the highest cancellation rate of any train company in April-June 2026.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow Express Future Questioned Amid Expansion Plans
With Heathrow Airport planning significant expansion, Transport for London is questioning the future of the Heathrow Express. The premium service faces scrutiny over its passenger numbers, fares, and use of limited rail capacity, with alternatives like the Elizabeth line offering a more affordable option.
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Transport & TfL · LondonPiccadilly line to get 94 new trains by June 2027
Transport for London is introducing 94 new trains to the Piccadilly line, replacing the current 86. The new fleet, set to enter service between December 2026 and June 2027, promises increased capacity, reduced energy use, and improved passenger experience.
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