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Buses & Trams · North LondonBus routes 259, 279 and 349 face major changes
Transport for London (TfL) is withdrawing bus route 349 entirely and restructuring routes 259 and 279 from 5 September 2026. The changes aim to reduce service duplication and better match services to passenger demand across north London.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonSuperloop bus journey offers new perspective on south London
A first-time Superloop bus journey revealed the changing scenery from Sutton to Croydon, offering a different view of south London. The route, described by TfL as a 'game changer', includes luggage space and saw revenue protection officers issuing fines.
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Buses & Trams · LondonUber Boat by Thames Clippers: A River Bus Commute
The Uber Boat by Thames Clippers River Bus provides a public transport route along the River Thames, connecting 24 piers from Putney to Barking Riverside. While classified as a River Bus by TfL, it is operated by Thames Clippers and does not contribute to fare caps.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus drivers strike over cab temperatures
Over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers, members of Unite the Union, are striking from August 25 to 28. They are protesting dangerous cab temperatures during heatwaves, which Unite claims can exceed 40°C. Further strike dates are planned for September and October.
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Campaigners demand 'death trap' floating bus stops be scrapped
Campaigners are calling for the removal of floating bus stops in London, citing safety concerns for disabled and visually impaired individuals. A viral video has amplified calls for action, with activists arguing that current designs make public transport inaccessible.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonFree vintage bus rides return to Stoke Newington on 3 October 2026
Residents can ride vintage buses for free on 3 October 2026, as the London Bus Museum’s heritage day returns to the 106 route. Services will operate between Finsbury Park and Ash Grove Bus Station, stopping in Stoke Newington, Clapton, and Hackney Central from 10am to 5pm.
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London buses lack working air-conditioning as window rows divide riders
Passengers on London buses report rising tensions over whether windows should stay open or closed during heatwaves. Transport for London says most of its 6,000 air-cooling systems do not provide proper air-conditioning, leaving riders to choose between stale air and draughts.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus strikes suspended as drivers vote on new offer
Planned strikes by Arriva bus drivers across North London, including Enfield, have been suspended while workers vote on a new deal. The Unite union paused action after negotiations with Arriva, but further strikes could resume on 25 August if the offer is rejected.
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Buses & Trams · All LondonArriva bus strike halts 43 routes across north and east London
More than 1,500 Arriva London North drivers began a 48-hour strike on 17 August, disrupting 43 bus routes. Transport for London warned of little or no service on affected routes, including the 19, 29, 34 and SL1, until the strike ended at 4am on 19 August.
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Buses & Trams · West LondonNiqab-wearing woman threatened with violence on London bus in Islamophobic attack
A 21-year-old Muslim woman was verbally abused and threatened with physical violence on a west London bus on 31 July for wearing a niqab. Transport for London and the Metropolitan Police have condemned the incident, as reported Islamophobic offences in the capital rise by 31% over the past year.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonTram services suspended between Reeves Corner and East Croydon for 17 days
Transport for London will suspend tram services between Reeves Corner and East Croydon from 6 to 23 August 2026. The closure affects six stops, including Church Street and West Croydon, with additional engineering works on 16 and 20 August. Passengers must use alternative routes.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonEight bus routes diverted after Thornton Heath road crash
Residents in Thornton Heath faced delays on eight bus routes after a crash closed London Road on 12 August 2026. London Buses diverted services while emergency crews cleared the scene, with no reopening time confirmed.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonOrpington High Street closed as police divert buses near war memorial
Orpington High Street was closed to traffic on 14 October after police responded to an incident near the war memorial. London Buses diverted 13 routes, with no estimate given for when the road will reopen or services resume normal paths.
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Buses & Trams · West LondonBarnes and Putney bus routes change on 15 August 2026
Transport for London will restructure four bus routes in Barnes and Putney from 15 August 2026. The 533 will be withdrawn, the 209 extended to Barnes Pond, the 378 rerouted to serve the Wetlands Centre entrance, and the 485 shortened to run between Wandsworth and Mortlake.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonBroken bus shuts Station Road in Wood Green for five hours
A double-decker bus broke down on Station Road, Wood Green, at 07:40 this morning after hitting a traffic light, closing the road until 12:30. Bus route 29 was diverted via Turnpike Lane, adding up to 20 minutes to journeys. No injuries were reported, Transport for London said.
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Buses & Trams · London1,500 Arriva bus drivers to strike from 14 August disrupting 40 routes
Over 1,500 Arriva London North bus drivers will strike from 4 am on 14 August, disrupting more than 40 routes across north, east and central London. Transport for London expects little or no service on affected routes during the walkouts, which continue through October.
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Buses & Trams · East LondonWeekend Hopper fare cuts bus travel costs for London families until August 2026
Transport for London has introduced a £1.75 Weekend Hopper fare, allowing unlimited bus and tram journeys on weekends until 31 August 2026. Each adult can take up to four children under 11 for free, supporting affordable summer travel in Havering and beyond.
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Buses & Trams · LondonChildren aged 5-15 ride free on local buses across England in August 2026
Families in Barnet and across England can travel for free on participating local buses with children aged 5-15 during August 2026. The government scheme includes routes to attractions like LEGOLAND Windsor and Windsor Castle, extending beyond Transport for London’s free travel zone.
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Buses & Trams · LondonMet Police downgraded murderer Simon Levy’s risk before two women killed
Simon Levy, 40, was convicted of murdering Carmenza Valencia Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins in 2025 after the Metropolitan Police downgraded his risk to women. Delays by British Transport Police and the Crown Prosecution Service allowed him to remain free despite video evidence of assaults.
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Buses & Trams · LondonLondon Assembly demands bus driver rights as heat complaints hit record
The London Assembly has called for a 'Bill of Rights' for bus drivers after a record number of complaints about overheated buses last year. Drivers say they face fatigue, poor toilet access and extreme temperatures, while TfL insists existing laws and contracts protect them.
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