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Transport & TfL · LondonTfL to run London bus routes directly again
Transport for London will resume direct operation of bus routes through a new company, Buses for London. The first service, Route 6 between Willesden and Victoria, is scheduled to start in late 2027. Four additional routes are planned to join from 2028.
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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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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon Underground assaults rise 20% to over 5,500
Assaults on London Underground passengers have increased by 20% in the past year, with over 5,500 incidents reported. This rise mirrors trends across Britain's railways, prompting calls for increased police funding and stricter measures against offenders.
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Transport & TfL · CroydonBoy, 11, killed by train due to phone distraction, inquest finds
An inquest concluded that an 11-year-old boy, Jaiden Shehata, died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Croydon, with his mobile phone distraction and the crossing's lack of warnings cited as causes.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonWest London Orbital consultation closes on 18 November
Transport for London has launched an eight‑week public consultation on the West London Orbital, a proposed Overground service linking Hendon and Hounslow via the Dudding Hill line. The consultation ends on 18 November, with costs estimated between £810m and £1.2bn and benefits including 11,500 jobs and 25,000 homes.
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Transport & TfL · LondonFour Generations of London Black Cab Drivers
Dave Goulding, 71, and his four sons are all licensed Hackney carriage drivers in London. The family tradition is set to continue with Billy’s 19-year-old son Harrison, who plans to begin studying the Knowledge.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHammersmith and Fulham installs ANPR cameras on Weltje Road
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is introducing ANPR cameras on Weltje Road in October as part of an 18-month trial. The scheme aims to deter non-resident traffic, which constitutes over 90% of the road's daily users, and reduce congestion and pollution.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLNER launches £12 early bird fares from London to Leeds
LNER has introduced a new early-bird fare of £12 for travel from London King’s Cross to Leeds. The trial aims to offer a faster and cheaper alternative to coach travel, with Railcard holders able to secure tickets for £8.
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Transport & TfL · LondonGlasgow to Heathrow flights cancelled due to ATC fault
Passengers travelling from Glasgow to Heathrow on Monday 21 September faced flight cancellations due to an air traffic control issue. The UK Civil Aviation Authority stated that these disruptions are likely to be considered 'extraordinary circumstances', meaning passengers are unlikely to be entitled to compensation.
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Transport & TfL · All LondonFreight train breakdown halts Overground and Thameslink services
A broken-down freight train in north London caused significant disruption to rail services on Monday morning. The Overground's Suffragette line was suspended between Woodgrange Park and Gospel Oak, and Thameslink services between St Albans City and West Hampstead Thameslink were also affected.
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Transport & TfL · LondonChiltern Railways transferred to public ownership
Chiltern Railways has been brought under public ownership, becoming the tenth rail company to join the government's Great British Railways programme. The move aims to improve services and tackle overcrowding on routes from London Marylebone.
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Transport & TfL · CamdenTfL to launch autumn noise‑reduction work in Fitzrovia after residents record 50‑51 dB levels
Residents of Fitzrovia and the Warren Street area have measured tube noise of 50 to 51 decibels inside their homes. TfL announced autumn interventions, including delayed rail‑grinding work, after Assembly Member Anne Clarke highlighted the issue.
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Transport & TfL · HackneyHackney residents face danger as floating bus stops approved on Queensbridge Road
Hackney Council opened a 21‑day public consultation on 18 September 2026 for floating bus stops on Queensbridge Road. Disabled residents claim the design threatens their safety, while the council insists it meets Department for Transport guidelines.
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Transport & TfL · LondonOver 2,000 flights cancelled after Nats software defect, CAA to review
More than 2,000 flights were cancelled on 8 September when a software fault in Nats' aircraft‑code allocation system disrupted air traffic. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has asked the Civil Aviation Authority to conduct an independent review, with findings due within six months.
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Transport & TfL · LondonNearly half of Tube track in 'very poor' condition
A Transport for London report reveals that 42% of the London Underground's track is classified as 'very poor'. This comes as the transport body faces a £6.5 billion maintenance backlog, with weekly infrastructure incidents rising to around 350.
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Transport & TfL · City of LondonDozens of Lime e-bikes block City of London pavement
Dozens of Lime e-bikes were found blocking the pavement on Lime Street in the City of London on 15 September 2026. An insurance worker estimated between 50 and 70 bikes were present, causing significant obstruction.
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Transport & TfL · HackneyHackney Council urges TfL to scrap bus route changes
Hackney Council has formally asked Transport for London (TfL) to abandon proposed changes to six bus routes. The council contends the alterations would negatively impact lower-income households, women, and global majority communities, and is urging residents to voice their concerns.
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Transport & TfL · LondonHeathrow expansion blocked by climate advisers as costs rise for travellers
The Climate Change Committee warned that expanding Heathrow cannot meet the UK’s net‑zero target, despite a £33bn proposal to add a third runway. It estimates passenger fares could rise by up to £400 on trans‑Atlantic trips by 2050, and the government says it will review the advice before any decision.
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Transport & TfL · LondonLondon black cabs face shortage as production stalls
London's iconic black cabs are becoming scarce as drivers struggle to replace vehicles nearing their 12-year expiry. Industry figures claim production issues and a lack of parts are putting jobs at risk, while Transport for London maintains production is meeting demand.
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Transport & TfL · LondonBarnet residents face more blocked pavements as 3,393 dockless e‑bikes seized citywide
Local authorities have removed 3,393 dockless e‑bikes across London in 2026, a 23% increase on the previous year. Lime operators account for over 2,000 of those bikes. The RNIB says the growing clutter endangers blind and partially sighted people, prompting calls for city‑wide regulation.
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