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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow Terminals 2 and 3 flooded, rail urged for 267,000 daily passengers
Heathrow Airport has closed road access to Terminals 2 and 3 after flooding on 20 July. Passengers are told to use rail or Tube instead. The disruption follows the airport’s busiest day of the year, with 267,000 travellers on 19 July.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 delays after van fire on M3 near junction 2
A van fire on the M3 near junction 2 caused heavy congestion on the M25 this morning. Fire crews attended the scene, and National Highways warned of delays for drivers heading towards the London orbital motorway.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow rail disruption: 20-minute delays until 2pm after signalling fault
A signalling fault on 12 August 2026 disrupted rail services between London Paddington, Heathrow and Reading, affecting the Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway and Heathrow Express. Delays of up to 20 minutes and cancellations are expected until 14:00, with tickets valid on alternative routes.
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Roads & Driving · M25M25 closed after fire creates explosion risk near South Mimms services
The M25 was shut in both directions on 11 August 2026 after a lorry fire at South Mimms services created an explosion risk. National Highways confirmed the closure and set up diversions while emergency services tackled the blaze.
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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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