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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL consults on all-electric minicab fleet by 2028
Transport for London has launched a public consultation on requiring all newly licensed minicabs to be fully electric by 2028. The plans aim to reduce nitrogen oxide and carbon dioxide emissions, with specific timelines for wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
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Transport & TfL · WandsworthTfL spends £500,000 on East Putney‑Wimbledon upgrades after Southfields commuters log 130 lost hours
Transport for London is investing £500,000 in track‑circuit and fault‑monitoring upgrades on the East Putney‑Wimbledon branch after Southfields residents recorded more than 130 commuter‑hour losses this year and demonstrated on 15 October. Business owners say weekend closures cut footfall by up to a third.
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Transport & TfL · Kensington & ChelseaAlbert Bridge closure to last until 2027, costing £8.5m
Albert Bridge in Chelsea has been closed to motor vehicles since February 2026 due to a structural crack. Repairs are estimated to cost up to £8.5 million and could extend the closure until 2027, causing significant disruption for residents and businesses.
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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 · LondonPrivate hire drivers protest robotaxi rollout in King's Cross
Private hire drivers protested outside Wayve's King's Cross headquarters on Saturday, organised by the ADCU, citing concerns that autonomous vehicles threaten their livelihoods. They called on London Mayor Sadiq Khan to take a clear stance against the technology's widespread adoption.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonLondon Underground faces widespread disruption
Commuters faced significant disruption across London's transport network on Tuesday, October 17, with delays on the Victoria, District, and Hammersmith & City lines. The Piccadilly Line experienced a complete suspension on a key section, and London Trams also reported a full service stoppage.
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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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London bus and tram fares to rise by 10p from November 1
Transport for London (TfL) will increase bus and tram fares by 10p from November 1, raising the adult single fare to £1.85. The daily bus and tram cap will also rise. Tube and rail fares remain unchanged until March 2027.
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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 · 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.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Assembly urges caution on robotaxi rollout
The London Assembly's transport committee has concluded it lacks sufficient evidence to support the introduction of autonomous passenger services in London. A recent survey indicates public opposition outweighs support, raising concerns about safety, congestion, and job displacement.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBrickfields crossing closed after children filmed on tracks
Brickfields level crossing near Upminster has been closed since 30 September 2026 due to dangerous behaviour by children and teenagers. Network Rail will not reopen the crossing until all local school year groups have received safety presentations from Network Rail and British Transport Police.
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TfL offers free training after hate crime rise
Transport for London (TfL) is offering free online training sessions for passengers to learn how to safely intervene when witnessing hate crime. This initiative follows a 36% increase in recorded offences on the network between January and August 2026.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBakerloo line trains all now have wheelchair spaces
All 36 trains on the Bakerloo line have now been fitted with wheelchair spaces, Transport for London has confirmed. This upgrade is part of ongoing accessibility improvements across the London Underground network.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSouth Tottenham station shortlisted for UK's best
South Tottenham station has been named among the 20 finalists for the Rail Delivery Group's World Cup of Stations competition. The station is recognised for its community garden, created by station staff, which provides a space for local residents to connect with nature.
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Transport & TfL · CroydonNew Addington tram line to close for weekend engineering works
The tram service between Sandilands and New Addington will be suspended on October 17-18, 2026, for essential engineering works. Transport for London has apologised for the disruption, which will affect residents and visitors in the area. Normal service is expected to resume on October 19.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Assembly urges halt to driverless taxi rollout
A London Assembly report has advised Transport for London (TfL) to delay the full introduction of driverless taxis, citing significant safety and congestion concerns. The committee recommends enhanced safety standards and greater regulatory control before widespread deployment.
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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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