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WorldEnfield Town Liveable Neighbourhood scheme paused pending review
Enfield Council has paused the Enfield Town Liveable Neighbourhood scheme for a review, leading to fears that planned cycle lanes and pedestrian improvements may be altered or scrapped. Funding from Transport for London for the next phase is currently on hold.
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Transport & TfL · High BarnetNorthern line suspended between Euston and High Barnet after engineering delays
Transport for London suspended the Northern line between Euston and High Barnet on 3 September after engineering work overran. The Jubilee line is severely delayed, Central line trains are cancelled, and no time has been given for services to resume.
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North London bus drivers resume strike over cab cooling
More than 1,500 bus drivers in North London and Essex are resuming industrial action from August 25th. Unite members rejected Arriva's latest offer, citing inadequate cooling systems in bus cabs during heatwaves which they believe pose safety risks.
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Local News · EdgwareEdgware Road Station Closed Due to Police Incident
Edgware Road Tube station was closed on Friday evening, August 21, as police responded to an incident. Transport for London confirmed the closure, which led to road closures and traffic disruption in the area. Tickets were accepted on London Buses.
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World1,500 Arriva bus drivers strike on 14 August over cab temperatures
More than 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers will strike on 14 August, disrupting 42 routes including the 19, 29 and SL1. Unite claims cab temperatures reach 40°C, while Transport for London says it is working on improvements to driver conditions.
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London rail and tube delays hit morning commute across multiple lines
Commuters in London face widespread travel disruption this morning due to a points failure on Southern trains, a tunnel closure near Heathrow affecting the Elizabeth line, and part-suspension of the District line. Severe delays are also reported on the Bakerloo line, with alternative routes advised.
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TfL to install fatigue cameras on London buses after drivers report collapse
Bus drivers in London report working 13 consecutive days with only 40-minute breaks, leading to illness and near-misses. Transport for London will require operators to install fatigue-detection cameras by next year, but unions say the root cause, excessive hours, remains unaddressed.
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WorldTfL fare evasion falls but still costs London £190m a year
Transport for London reports a drop in fare evasion to 3.3%, but the annual cost remains £190m. Prosecutions have fallen sharply, and Conservative critics argue enforcement must increase to meet a 1.5% target by 2030.
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Transport & TfL · CricklewoodTfL begins £10.8m Brent Cross flyover renewal after 7.5-tonne weight limit
Transport for London will renew the Brent Cross flyover, which has been under a 7.5-tonne weight limit since 2022. The £10.8m project aims to improve safety and avoid £1.7bn in economic impacts over 60 years, with works starting later this month.
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Northern line extension to Mill Hill scrapped in 1954 left three lost stations
A 1930s Northern line extension would have added three stations beyond Mill Hill East, but construction stopped after the Second World War. Post-war green belt laws led to the project’s cancellation in 1954, leaving only remnants of Brockley Hill station visible today.
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Bakerloo line extension to Lewisham set for summer 2027 start
The Bakerloo line extension to Lewisham will begin construction in summer 2027, with new trains expected in the 2030s. A TfL study found an 11% increase in employment access along the route, while Southeastern Railway upgrades £20m of track near Waterloo.
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Mayor of London admits bus driver rules 'not fit for purpose'
The Mayor of London has acknowledged current bus driver regulations are inadequate, following reports of drivers working in extreme heat without proper cooling. He has ordered Transport for London to review protections but has not committed to specific legislation for bus drivers.
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London bus drivers report 43C cabs and pay cuts for refusing unsafe buses
London bus drivers report cab temperatures reaching 43C, three-hour gaps without toilet access, and pay deductions for refusing to drive buses without air-conditioning. MyLondon has launched a campaign to enshrine five rights in TfL contracts, while TfL’s director of buses says a proposed ‘Bill of Rights’ would not change conditions.
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WorldTfL shoots 655 pigeons in two-year London Underground cull
Transport for London authorised the killing of 655 pigeons between March 2024 and March 2026, including chicks and birds trapped in netting. A wildlife group has filed a crime report with British Transport Police, while TfL says lethal control is a last resort for safety and hygiene.
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Transport & TfL · FinchleyMetropolitan Line Train Held for 90 Minutes
Dozens of concertgoers were delayed for 90 minutes on a Metropolitan line train after a trespasser entered the tracks. Services were halted on July 28, 2026, with some passengers reportedly suffering from heat exhaustion.
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WorldTfL seeks up to £1bn from car makers over Ulez non‑payment
Transport for London is pursuing a potential £1bn legal action against car manufacturers, alleging that certain diesel vehicles were falsely represented as compliant with the ultra‑low emission zone rules, allowing them to avoid the £12.50 daily charge. A High Court hearing this week said the claim will be stayed while owners’ separate cases proceed.
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WorldBarnet Bus Drivers Face Extreme Heat
Bus drivers in Barnet and across London are reporting dangerously high temperatures in their cabs, with some reaching 40C. Faulty air conditioning and concerns over safety are leading to calls for improved working conditions and a 'Bill of Rights'.
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WorldBig Ben Climber Receives Suspended Sentence
A pro-Palestine activist has been handed a suspended prison sentence for climbing Big Ben and causing significant disruption. Daniel Day's 17-hour protest on March 8 last year resulted in substantial costs to the taxpayer and emergency services.
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WorldTfL Faces Calls to Address Tube Noise
Transport for London (TfL) is under pressure from Labour London Assembly members to provide a public strategy for tackling excessive noise on the Underground. Concerns have been raised, particularly on the Northern, Victoria, and Central lines, with residents reporting a significant increase in noise levels.
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