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Sir Sadiq Khan
London Travel News has published 10 stories involving Sir Sadiq Khan, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Buses & Trams · London
London bus and tram fares to rise by 10p from November 1
Transport for London has announced that adult single bus and tram fares will increase by 10p to £1.85 from November 1. This marks the first fare increase for these services since March 2023, with concessionary fares and daily caps also set to rise.
London2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 45 
Projects · LondonSarah Olney to run for Mayor of London in 2028
Richmond Park MP Sarah Olney has declared her intention to stand as a candidate for Mayor of London in the 2028 election. She aims to introduce a deputy mayor elected by businesses and reopen police front counters.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41- Projects · London
London tourism tax capped at 5%, BBC understands
London's proposed tourism levy will be capped at 5% of accommodation costs, the BBC understands. This follows government plans to grant mayors powers to introduce such a tax, with potential implementation by March 2028.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Projects · LondonLondon Mayoral Election Set for May 2028
Londoners will head to the polls on 4 May 2028 for the next Mayoral election. The vote will also determine the composition of the London Assembly, with candidates from various parties beginning to emerge.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 20
Projects · WestminsterWestminster Council revises licensing policy after business backlash
Westminster City Council has published a revised licensing policy, seeking to better explain technical terms after its draft proposals to encourage more seated areas faced significant opposition from businesses, the government, and the Mayor of London.
Westminster3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 20
Roads & Driving · WestminsterWestminster Council demands Oxford Street impact study
Westminster City Council has formally requested a full environmental impact assessment for the Oxford Street pedestrianisation plans. The council fears displaced traffic will negatively affect surrounding neighbourhoods, while the Mayor's office states legal processes are being followed.
Westminster3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 30- Roads & Driving · London
Calls to ban delivery drivers with L plates
Motorcyclists using provisional licences and learner plates could be banned from working as delivery drivers in London. The London Assembly passed a motion urging the government to change regulations, citing road safety concerns.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 95 · Hype 25 
Projects · CamdenHundreds of affordable homes lost in Camden
Hundreds of affordable homes originally promised for major Camden developments have been lost or are at risk. Developers are seeking reductions to housing quotas, citing worsening economic conditions and increased construction costs.
Camden4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 70 · Hype 40- Buses & Trams · London
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.
London4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 60 
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.
London5 min readTrust 62 · Craft 73 · Hype 21