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103 stories from and about North London, mostly roads & driving, tube & rail, buses & trams. The most recent ran on 5 November 2026. Page 5 of 6.
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Tube & Rail · North LondonGovia Thameslink cancels trains to Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey
Govia Thameslink Railway has cancelled weekday trains between Watford Junction, St Albans Abbey and intermediate stations after drivers and conductors called in sick. The operator said it is running a reduced timetable until further notice and advised passengers to check before travelling.
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Tube & Rail · North LondonPolice seek man after sexual assault at White Hart Lane station
British Transport Police are appealing for witnesses after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at White Hart Lane rail station in Tottenham on 7 July. Officers have released an image of a man they want to speak to and urged the public to contact them with any information.
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Projects · North LondonHS2 plaque marks Brunel legacy 40 metres beneath Kensal Green
A plaque has been installed inside HS2’s Euston Tunnel, 40 metres below London, commemorating the Brunel family’s engineering legacy. The site lies beneath Kensal Green Cemetery, where the inventors of the tunnelling shield are buried. The tunnel is due to complete next year.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonMuswell Hill Road closed until 11 August after burst water main
Muswell Hill Road is closed between Cranley Gardens and Onslow Gardens after a burst water main. Thames Water crews are on site until 11 August, diverting the 43 and 134 bus routes and causing delays for drivers, Barnet Council has confirmed.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonHarrow View parking banned for seven days for utility works
Barnet Council has imposed a week-long parking ban on Harrow View to allow essential utility works. The restriction, active until 13 August, applies to both sides of the road and exempts only emergency vehicles and those involved in the works. Signs must be displayed for the ban to be enforceable.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonHoward Way in Barnet closed after wildfire spreads from Hertfordshire
A wildfire that started near Harlow in Essex crossed into north London on 18 August 2026, forcing the closure of Howard Way in Barnet. Firefighters from Hertfordshire, Essex and London Fire Brigade remain at the scene, with no estimated time for reopening the road.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonM25 closure near Potters Bar after police incident on 29 July 2026
A police incident closed the southbound M25 near Potters Bar on 29 July 2026, forcing the diversion of traffic onto the A1005. No injuries or arrests have been confirmed, and the road reopened after three hours.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus drivers in Barnet-area garages to strike on 26 days between August and October 2026
More than 1,500 Arriva London bus drivers will strike on 26 dates from 14 August to 20 October 2026, disrupting services in Barnet-adjacent areas including Palmers Green, Edmonton and Enfield. The union demands improved working conditions amid extreme heat complaints.
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Projects · North LondonBrent Cross flyover upgrade starts after £10.8m DfT funding secured
Transport for London will start repairs on the Brent Cross A41 flyover and Staples Corner interchange this month after securing £10.8m from the Department for Transport. The project aims to lift the 7.5-tonne weight restriction and prevent £1.7bn in economic losses over 60 years.
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Strikes & Disruption · North LondonArriva bus drivers in Barnet and north London to strike over cab heat risks
More than 1,500 Arriva bus drivers will strike on 22 days between 14 August and 20 October 2026 over unsafe cab temperatures. Unite the union says Arriva has ignored repeated warnings, while the company says it is investing in long-term fixes.
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Roads & Driving · North LondonA10 Great Cambridge Road signal failure disrupts Enfield drivers
Drivers in Enfield must approach the A10 Great Cambridge Road with caution after a signal failure at its junction with Hertford Road. Transport for London has not confirmed when repairs will be completed, affecting morning commutes and local traffic.
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Also affecting North London
Borough-wide and national stories that name North London or bear directly on it.
- Roads & Driving · M25
M25 faces six overnight closures November 6-9
Drivers using the M25 motorway around London will encounter six planned overnight closures between Friday, November 6, and Monday, November 9. National Highways has scheduled the works, affecting routes towards Heathrow, Dartford, and north London, to minimise daytime disruption.
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Roads & Driving · LondonLondon prices vary significantly across boroughs
Consumers in London face significant price variations for everyday goods and services, from food and cinema tickets to veterinary care and fuel, depending on the borough.
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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.
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West London Orbital rail project to cut journey times
The West London Orbital rail project is set to improve transport links in Southwest London, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan. The scheme will connect Hendon to Hounslow via existing rail lines, potentially cutting journey times by over 30 minutes.
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RSK Environment to manage London Overground Windrush Line assets with AI
RSK Environment has secured a five-year contract with Rail for London to integrate artificial intelligence and augmented reality into asset management for the London Overground's Windrush Line. The technology aims to enhance maintenance prediction and operational efficiency.
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London bus speeds hit record low as journeys lengthen
London's bus network is experiencing a significant decline in average speeds, reaching the lowest point since records began in 2013-14. This slowdown is affecting nearly all routes and contributing to a fall in passenger journeys.
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Tube & Rail · All LondonPiccadilly Line faces severe delays after signal failure
Severe delays are affecting services on the Piccadilly Line. The disruption is a result of a signal failure, impacting journeys for many Londoners. Further updates on restoration are awaited.
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WorldNeasden Waste Fire Halts Tube Lines
A large fire at the LondonEnergy Wembley Waste Transfer Station in Neasden prompted a significant response from the London Fire Brigade, leading to the closure of the Metropolitan line and partial suspension of the Jubilee line. All employees were confirmed safe.
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Tube & Rail · LondonNight Tube photographer’s 1990s zine released after 30-year delay
A photographer who documented London Underground passengers between 1992 and 1995 has released a zine of his work, showing late-night crowds before the Night Tube began in 2016. Mark McEvoy’s images, taken on Fridays and Saturdays around 11 pm, depict punks, partiers and commuters in the final years of the last train rush.
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M25, M23 and M3 close overnight for roadworks affecting Barnet drivers
National Highways will close sections of the M25, M23 and M3 from 9 pm tonight for overnight roadworks. The A282 Dartford East Tunnel will also shut, affecting commuters travelling to Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Heathrow and Gatwick until 5.30 am.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow expansion consultation opens as skills pipeline for Barnet workers at risk
The government has launched a consultation on the Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement, which campaigners say is vital to retain engineering and construction skills in Barnet. Without new projects, thousands of apprentices and graduates trained on HS2 could leave the sector, risking future infrastructure delivery.
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WorldTfL extends 91 bus to Haringey Heartlands from 1 August 2026
Transport for London will extend the 91 bus from Crouch End Broadway to Wood Green via Haringey Heartlands on 1 August 2026. The N91 night service and 232 route will also change to improve access to the regeneration area, Haringey Council said.
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