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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 9 of 54.
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Projects · LondonTfL names In Bloom competition winners
Transport for London has announced the winners of its annual In Bloom competition, recognising staff efforts in creating green spaces. The Hammersmith Grove Service Control Centre team secured the top award for their 'Tiny Forest' project.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 20- Tube & Rail · London
Surrey Quays and Northolt stations gain step-free access
Two London Underground stations, Surrey Quays and Northolt, now offer step-free access following significant upgrades. The improvements aim to enhance journeys for passengers with mobility needs, parents with pushchairs, and travellers with luggage.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 70 · Hype 20 
Tube & Rail · LondonEuston Station to Undergo £50m Upgrade as Avanti West Coast Nationalises
Euston station is set to receive £50 million in upgrades over the next three years, with an initial £11 million allocated for immediate improvements. Avanti West Coast services will transition to public ownership on March 7, 2027, as confirmed by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander.
London3 min readTrust 56 · Craft 80 · Hype 30- Fares & Tickets · London
TfL stops bailiff seizure after compensation paid to mistaken ULEZ target
A London resident received bailiff visits over four ULEZ fines for a vehicle never owned. TfL rejected DVLA proof, but later withdrew action and CDER Group paid £500 compensation. TransUnion’s credit‑file mix‑up was also identified.
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Victoria Station Lines Blocked by Track Fire
All train lines serving London Victoria Station are blocked due to a track fire. Services are suspended, causing significant disruption for passengers travelling through the major transport hub.
London1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61 - Cycling & Walking · London
Lime UK profits more than double to £4.7m as riders surge
Lime's UK operations saw profits more than double to £4.7m in 2025, with average monthly users reaching 700,000. The company expanded its fleet and introduced new bike models amid ongoing concerns about parking and safety.
London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 57 · Hype 48 - Roads & Driving · London
M25 motorway technically ends at Dartford Crossing
Drivers travelling on the M25 motorway will find the road designation changes to the A282 at the Dartford Crossing. This is because the crossing predates the motorway's completion, meaning it does not hold full motorway status.
London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 - Projects · London
Venice recreated in London for £4m spectacle
A replica of Venice, complete with canals and gondolas, was constructed in London's Olympia Exhibition Hall in 1891. The ambitious spectacle, costing the equivalent of £4 million today, attracted approximately five million visitors over 13 months.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 61 · Hype 41 
Tube & Rail · LondonTube crime rises 4.4% as assaults reach record
Crime across Transport for London's network increased by 4.4% in the first six months of this year, with assaults on the Tube reaching a record high. The Central and Northern lines recorded the highest number of offences.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 45- Roads & Driving · London
Phone smuggling network dismantled near Heathrow
Detectives have dismantled what they believe to be the UK's largest phone smuggling network following an investigation that began with a single tracked stolen mobile. Over 800 phones were found packaged for shipment to Hong Kong.
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Tube & Rail · LondonSouth Western Railway services disrupted Sunday, September 27
South Western Railway passengers face significant disruption on Sunday, September 27, due to planned engineering work. Lines will be closed in the Staines, Eastleigh, and Aldershot areas, leading to revised services, diversions, and replacement buses.
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Projects · LondonHammersmith Grove wins TfL In Bloom top prize
The Hammersmith Grove Service Control Centre has won Transport for London's Dennis Sanger Best in Show award for its 'Tiny Forest' project. Other stations and depots received accolades for environmental and volunteer efforts.
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Buses & Trams · LondonTfL to run London buses directly again
Transport for London is launching a new company, Buses for London (BfL), to operate bus routes directly for the first time since 2009. Route 6 will be the first service run by BfL, starting in late 2027.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Tube & Rail · London
Central, Piccadilly lines face weekend closures
Major sections of the Central and Piccadilly lines will be closed this weekend, September 25-27, due to planned engineering works. The Elizabeth line and DLR will also see disruptions.
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Roads & Driving · LondonLondon Faces Weekend Disruption From Events and Roadworks
Londoners should prepare for significant travel disruption this weekend, with widespread road closures and bus diversions due to multiple events. Major sporting fixtures, planned marches, and ongoing roadworks will affect journeys across the city.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 45- Tube & Rail · London
New Piccadilly line trains unveiled at Berlin exhibition
Transport for London and Siemens Mobility have unveiled the new Inspiro London trains destined for the Piccadilly line. Revealed at the InnoTrans 2026 exhibition in Berlin, the trains promise greater energy efficiency, increased capacity, and improved passenger comfort.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 - Tube & Rail · London
London Underground assaults rise 20% to over 5,500
Assaults on London Underground passengers have increased by 20% in a year, with over 5,500 incidents reported. This rise mirrors a broader trend across Britain's railways, where mainline passenger assaults hit a record high.
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London buses return to public ownership
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced the creation of Buses for London, a new publicly-owned bus company. The company will initially operate 100 zero-emission buses on Route 6 from late 2027, with plans to expand if successful.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 60 · Hype 45 - Buses & Trams · London
Route 6 to be first London bus run by TfL's new public company
London's Route 6 will become the first bus service operated by Transport for London's new publicly owned company, Buses for London, from late 2027. The move aims to give TfL more control over service quality and operations.
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Waterloo train delays follow person hit by train
Trains travelling to Waterloo are experiencing significant delays. The disruption is a result of an incident where a person was struck by a train, affecting services on South Western Railway.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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