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London Underground map shows network from aerial view
Martin Bangratz has created a unique map of the London Underground network, showing how the lines intersect from an aerial perspective. The map uses a photograph of London and includes several rail services, but notably omits the Elizabeth line.
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Transport & TfL · GreenwichGreenwich proposes blanket 20mph speed limit for all roads
Greenwich Council is proposing a borough-wide 20mph speed limit to improve road safety and make rules easier for drivers. Data shows most serious road incidents in the last decade occurred on roads with higher speed limits.
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TfL unveils 70 measures for climate resilience
Transport for London has introduced over 70 measures in its updated Corporate Environment Plan for 2026. The plan aims to enhance the resilience and sustainability of London's transport network against climate change impacts and reduce carbon emissions.
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Transport & TfL · NewhamNo action for passengers who intervened in East Ham Tube incident
Three passengers who intervened when a man exposed himself on a District line train in East Ham in August 2025 will face no further action. British Transport Police interviewed them under caution for suspected affray, but prosecutors decided there was no realistic prospect of conviction.
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Council & Politics · LondonMan who harassed MP Stella Creasy on Tube spared jail
Clifford Wilby, 63, has been given a suspended prison sentence and a five-year restraining order after harassing Labour MP Stella Creasy on a Victoria Line train. The incident occurred on July 15 last year, when Wilby blocked Ms Creasy's exit and filmed her.
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Transport & TfL · GreenwichKidbrooke Park Road night closure disrupts Greenwich traffic from 14 Sept to 14 Oct
Transport for London will close the A2213 Kidbrooke Park Road at its junction with Eltham Road nightly between 9 pm and 5 am from 14 September to 14 October. Only work‑related and emergency vehicles may enter, and drivers are being redirected via clearly signed routes.
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Transport & TfL · Kensington & ChelseaNorth Kensington fire halts Paddington‑Heathrow trains, 380 passengers evacuated
A grass fire near Scrubs Lane in North Kensington caused an electricity outage that stopped all rail lines between London Paddington and Heathrow on Saturday afternoon. London Fire Brigade and TfL evacuated 380 stranded passengers, and National Rail confirmed full restoration by Sunday morning.
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Transport & TfL · LondonNew Elizabeth line trains enter service with first of ten running today
The first of ten new Elizabeth line trains has started carrying passengers, Transport for London confirmed. Built at Alstom’s Derby factory, the nine-carriage Class 345 Aventra units will support rising demand, including at the future Old Oak Common HS2 interchange. The remaining nine trains are due to enter service by 2025.
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Transport & TfL · BrentFirefighters Tackle Blaze on Hannah Close, Neasden
A large fire at a mixed waste facility on Hannah Close in Neasden on 28 August 2026 required the response of approximately 125 firefighters. The incident led to the closure of sections of the Metropolitan line and severe delays on the Jubilee line.
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Transport & TfL · LondonElephant & Castle Northern Line entrance closed until September
The Northern Line entrance at Elephant & Castle tube station will remain shut until late September. Engineers are working to address a water ingress issue that is impacting the station's lifts.
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Transport & TfL · LondonNight Tube marks ten years with 67 million journeys but no Thursday service
London’s Night Tube has carried 67 million passengers since its 2016 launch, averaging 81,000 journeys each Friday and Saturday. TfL says no plans exist to add Thursday services, citing funding and maintenance constraints despite growing demand.
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Transport & TfL · LondonMuslim woman abused on London bus says niqab triggers daily harassment
A 21-year-old woman wearing a niqab was verbally abused and threatened on a London bus on 31 July. Salsabil says Islamophobic incidents happen daily, but she rarely reports them after police dismissed a previous complaint. Reported Islamophobic offences in London rose 31% in the past year.
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Transport & TfL · LondonArriva bus drivers strike over 40C cabs risking heatstroke and crashes
Over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers are striking after cabs reached 44C, causing heatstroke and near-crashes. Unite demands air conditioning, while Arriva says it has added breaks and welfare checks. Strikes will disrupt routes across north and east London and Essex until 20 October.
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Transport & TfL · LondonFacial recognition cameras start at Victoria Tube on Tuesday
British Transport Police will begin a live facial recognition trial at Victoria Underground station on Tuesday 10 September. The cameras will scan for people on a police watchlist, with images of non-matches deleted immediately. Alternative routes will be available for passengers who choose not to pass through the signed areas.
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Culture & Arts · BrentThe Weeknd to play five Wembley Stadium concerts in August 2026
The Weeknd will perform five concerts at Wembley Stadium on 14, 15, 16, 18 and 19 August 2026. Brent Council and Transport for London urge residents to check travel updates as roads and stations near the venue will close before and after shows.
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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL grants private hire licences to Wayve autonomous Ford Mustang Mach-Es in Barnet
Transport for London has licensed Wayve’s self-driving Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles as private hire cars. The first rides, offered to 100,000 Uber users who registered interest, will begin in Barnet this summer with a safety driver present. Full driverless operation requires further approval.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonFarringdon station evacuated after fire alarm, TfL warns of disruption
Farringdon station was evacuated on 10 October 2024 after a fire alarm triggered a full closure. Transport for London has suspended all services at the station, urging passengers to check before travelling and seek alternative routes.
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Property & Planning · GreenwichCharlton Riverside regeneration to deliver 8,000 homes and 1,000 jobs
Greenwich Council, the Greater London Authority and Transport for London have announced plans to regenerate Charlton Riverside, aiming to create 8,000 new homes and 1,000 jobs over two decades. The project, part of the council’s Draft Local Plan consultation, has no confirmed funding yet.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Cable Car hits 20 million passengers, launches 20-year Golden Ticket draw
The Emirates Air Line cable car has carried 20 million passengers since 2012. TfL is offering one winner unlimited travel for 20 years via a prize draw open until 16 August 2026. Fares start at £7 one-way, with discounts for bulk tickets.
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WorldTfL extends 91 bus to Wood Green via Haringey Heartlands from 1 August
Transport for London has altered three bus routes serving Haringey Heartlands, effective 1 August. The 91 now runs from Crouch End Broadway to Wood Green, the N91 serves the area at night, and the 232 ends at Coburg Road. The changes aim to improve access for residents of the car-free regeneration zone.
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