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1067 stories from and about London, mostly tube & rail, roads & driving, projects. The most recent ran on 2 November 2026. Page 2 of 54.
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Business Leaders Urge Chancellor for New Transport Funding Powers
Business leaders are urging Chancellor John Healey to grant Mayor Lord Sadiq Khan new financial powers. The proposals could unlock funding for key transport schemes, including the West London Orbital and Bakerloo line extension, and boost economic growth across the capital.
London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 40 - Tube & Rail · London
Wind speeds that could halt London trains and flights revealed
Londoners travelling by train or plane during stormy weather may be surprised to learn there is no single wind speed that automatically causes services to be cancelled. Instead, transport operators assess various risks posed by strong winds, such as falling trees, debris on railway tracks, and challenging landing conditions at airports.
London4 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Tube & Rail · London
Piccadilly line to close for five days in late October
Transport for London (TfL) has announced significant disruption to the Piccadilly line with closures scheduled from Wednesday, October 28, to Sunday, November 1. The line will be shut entirely over the Halloween weekend as upgrade work takes place.
London2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 40 - Tube & Rail · London
70% of Tube stations now have mobile signal
Transport for London has announced that 70% of underground Tube stations now have mobile phone signal. The expansion includes new coverage on the Bakerloo, Northern, Victoria, District, Circle, Metropolitan, and Hammersmith & City lines.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 
Tube & Rail · LondonElizabeth line faces Christmas and New Year closures
Major engineering works will cause significant disruption to the Elizabeth line and other rail services over the Christmas and New Year period. Services between Stratford and Romford will be suspended for ten days.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 40- Tube & Rail · London
Police incident causes 120-minute rail delays near Brookwood
Rail services faced significant disruption on October 23 due to a police incident near Brookwood. All lines between Woking and Brookwood were closed, leading to delays of up to 120 minutes and the arrangement of replacement buses and taxi services.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45 - Tube & Rail · London
South Western Railway offers free taxis for stranded commuters
South Western Railway provided stranded commuters with free taxi services for journeys up to 170 miles following a police incident that closed Waterloo station. Passengers had to submit details and receipts for reimbursement.
London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 45 - Buses & Trams · London
London minicabs face 2030 electric-only deadline
Transport for London (TfL) has proposed that all minicabs in the capital must be fully electric by 2030. Newly licensed vehicles would need to be zero-emission from July 2028, with exceptions for wheelchair-accessible vehicles by July 2030.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 20 - Roads & Driving · London
TfL 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 also include a ban on vehicles over 10 years old from March 2027.
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Tube & Rail · LondonLondon rail network faces Christmas and New Year closures
Several key London train stations and major rail lines will experience significant disruption over the Christmas and New Year period due to a £152 million programme of engineering works by Network Rail.
London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 65 · Hype 20- Airports · London
EU cabin bag rules to affect London flights from 2027
New EU regulations will require airlines to allow passengers one free personal item in the cabin. These rules apply to flights departing from EU airports and take effect from October 23, 2027. UK baggage rules remain unchanged.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 
Tube & Rail · LondonPoems on the Underground refreshed for autumn
Transport for London has updated its Poems on the Underground display with new works by contemporary and classical poets. The initiative will also mark its 40th anniversary with a special poetry and music event.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 10- Tube & Rail · London
Elizabeth line faces severe delays after bridge strike
Severe delays are affecting the Elizabeth line following an incident where a vehicle struck a bridge. The disruption is ongoing, impacting services across the route.
London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61 - Fares & Tickets · London
Londoners can check eligibility for free and discounted TfL travel
Transport for London (TfL) provides multiple schemes for free or discounted travel on its services. These include options for children, older residents, disabled passengers, students, apprentices, and individuals receiving certain benefits.
London4 min readTrust 38 · Craft 54 · Hype 15 - Roads & Driving · London
Drivers gain new rights to challenge private parking fines
Drivers will soon have new rights to contest private parking charges, with a grace period for leaving car parks and lower penalties for minor mistakes. Operators face losing access to DVLA data if they do not comply.
London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 40 
Projects · LondonCity of London to get 300-metre skyscraper next to Gherkin
Plans for a 300-metre, 70-storey skyscraper have been proposed for the City of London, located next to The Gherkin. New York-based insurer AmTrust Financial Services is behind the project, aiming for completion by 2033.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 45- Projects · London
Monument Junction Redesign: TfL Consults on Safer Crossings and Cycle Lanes
Transport for London is consulting on plans to redesign the Monument tube station junction, introducing new pedestrian crossings, wider pavements, and protected cycle lanes. The changes aim to improve safety following 18 collisions in three years.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 
Tube & Rail · LondonThameslink trains disrupted by emergency services incident
Thameslink services are experiencing significant disruption, with trains delayed and cancelled. Emergency services are currently attending an incident near Elephant & Castle station, affecting travel across the network.
London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65- Roads & Driving · London
Uber wins bid to throw out £340m black cab driver claims
Uber has successfully had claims totalling around £340 million dismissed by the High Court. The lawsuits, brought by 13,000 black cab drivers and two former private hire firms, alleged misleading information was given to Transport for London when Uber first obtained its licence.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 58 · Hype 20 - Tube & Rail · London
Person dies after falling ill at Earl's Court station
A person has died after falling ill at Earl's Court Underground station on Saturday evening. British Transport Police attended the scene and confirmed the incident is not suspicious. One platform was closed until 8pm.
London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
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WorldSouth Kensington station step-free access works begin
Enabling works have commenced at South Kensington tube station as part of a significant upgrade to provide step-free access. The project, awarded to Costain, will introduce new lifts and repurpose a disused platform, with main construction scheduled for 2028.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20- Roads & Driving · East London
Unlawful A20 speed limit fines net £6.6m
Transport for London raised £6.6 million from speeding fines on the A20 after reducing the limit to 40mph. However, the restriction was imposed without formal authority, raising questions about the validity of the fines.
East London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 60 · Hype 45 - World
DLR extension to Thamesmead: Amey Rail awarded £50m early works contract
Transport for London has awarded the first contract for the DLR extension to Thamesmead. Amey Rail will undertake ground surveys and risk identification, with a Transport and Works Act Order application expected in early 2027.
2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 50 · Hype 20 - Tube & Rail · West London
WSP to support West London Orbital rail route development
Transport for London has appointed WSP to provide technical and programme support for the proposed West London Orbital route. The 18.5km London Overground line aims to connect Hounslow and Hendon, with further public consultation underway.
West London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 60 · Hype 40 - Tube & Rail · East London
c2c trains face disruption in early November
Passengers using c2c services face widespread disruption during the first week of November due to planned engineering works. Services on the Basildon and Ockendon lines will be altered from November 2 to November 5, with further weekend changes affecting journeys between Fenchurch Street and Barking.
East London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45 - Projects · North London
Hackney Council drops Edmonton incinerator opposition
Hackney Council has ended its opposition to the £1.5bn Edmonton waste incinerator project. The decision follows a significant 80% cost increase for the rebuild, which will add £9m to the council's projected budget deficit.
North London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 71 · Hype 40 - Tube & Rail · All London
See it. Say it. Sorted. campaign logs 83,000 crimes
The 'See it. Say it. Sorted.' campaign, marking its 10th anniversary, has led to nearly 83,000 crimes being recorded via texts to British Transport Police. The initiative encourages passengers to report concerns on the rail network.
All London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 50 · Hype 40 - Tube & Rail · All London
BTP gets £63m boost for 200 new officers
The British Transport Police will receive significant funding over three years to recruit over 200 additional officers. This investment aims to enhance safety across the rail network, supported by improved CCTV and the continued success of the 'See it. Say it. Sorted.' campaign.
All London4 min readTrust 40 · Craft 45 · Hype 20 
Roads & Driving · East LondonMulti-vehicle crash in east London
Emergency services have responded to a multi-vehicle collision in east London. The incident occurred on Rainham Road at the junction with Cherry Tree Lane. Further details on the cause and any injuries are not yet available.
East London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 70
Roads & Driving · WestminsterFather Christmas arrested protesting Oxford Street traffic in 1971
In 1971, John Davey, dressed as Father Christmas, was arrested during a protest against Oxford Street traffic. The demonstration, organised by the Oxford Street Action Committee, aimed to highlight pollution and pedestrian safety issues.
Westminster3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 20
Cycling & Walking · East LondonBike jousting event planned for Saturday despite safety concerns
A second bike jousting event is planned for Saturday in East London, following a recent spectacle in London Fields. While a professional jouster deems it a legitimate sport, e-bike provider Lime has expressed safety concerns and discourages its use for jousting.
East London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
WorldWandsworth roads face new 20mph speed limit
Transport for London is proposing to reduce the speed limit on key roads in Wandsworth from 30mph to 20mph. The changes affect the A217 Swandon Way and Wandsworth Roundabout. Residents and businesses can submit feedback until November 13.
2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 50 · Hype 20- Tube & Rail · All London
Piccadilly Line Closes Halloween Weekend for Upgrades
The entire Piccadilly line will shut down for the Halloween weekend, October 28 and 29, to allow for upgrade works. Separately, Burnt Oak station on the Northern line will remain closed until November 8.
All London2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 50 · Hype 40 
Projects · WestminsterWestminster Council approves Soho Square development
Westminster City Council has approved plans for a major development on Soho Square, featuring new office and retail spaces, and 150 cycle parking spots. The scheme, brought by the Royal London UK Real Estate Fund, has drawn opposition from the Soho Society regarding a proposed archway.
Westminster3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Projects · Central LondonGiant Elf Sculptures to Appear at 12 London Landmarks
Central London will host a trail of 12 oversized Elf on the Shelf sculptures near prominent landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square, from 16 November 2026. The initiative aims to raise money for charity.
Central London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Roads & Driving · M25
M25 Traffic Halted After Multi-Vehicle Crash
Traffic on the M25 was brought to a standstill after a collision involving three vans. The incident resulted in extensive queues on the major London-serving motorway, causing considerable disruption for drivers.
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Roads & Driving · CamdenCamden High Street permanently banned to traffic after trial
Camden High Street is now permanently closed to most traffic following a successful 18-month trial. The decision by Camden Council follows a reduction in collisions and improved air quality, though resident support was divided.
Camden3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 71 · Hype 40
Tube & Rail · StratfordStratford International to welcome cross-Channel trains
Stratford International Station is set to become a destination for cross-Channel trains, with the Government supporting Mayor Sadiq Khan's £20 million plan. Virgin Trains has secured track access for services to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam starting in 2030.
Stratford3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 40
Tube & Rail · All LondonPoppy roundels return to London Underground stations
Transport for London is displaying poppy roundels on Tube and Overground stations across the capital. Vinyl stickers will be applied to existing signs for Poppy Day, Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day. Donation collections will also be held at stations.
All London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 10
Projects · Central London1,200 Drones to Fly Over Southbank for Filming
A large-scale operation involving 1,200 drones is set to take place over the Southbank for three nights in November. The unmanned aircraft systems will fly around Festival Pier as part of a filming project, with fireworks also scheduled.
Central London2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 40