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Projects · LondonMayor's disability plan criticised for lack of ambition
The Mayor of London's first strategy for deaf and disabled Londoners has drawn criticism for not being ambitious enough. While the plan includes measures for housing, transport, jobs, and public services, one assembly member stated it lacked the necessary scale and investment.
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Buses & Trams · LondonLondon Hopper Fare Marks Decade With 1.43 Billion Free Journeys
London's Hopper fare has reached its 10th anniversary, facilitating over 1.43 billion free bus and tram journeys. Introduced in September 2016, the fare allows unlimited travel within an hour for the cost of one journey.
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Mayor Sadiq Khan seeks more local transport funding powers
The Mayor of London has been informed by government ministers that he must be allowed to raise and retain local funds for transport infrastructure. Professor Tony Travers suggests this would enable more projects to proceed.
London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 - 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.
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Roads & Driving · WestminsterOxford Street pedestrianisation to start in October
Transport for London plans to begin pedestrianising Oxford Street imminently, with the first section closing to traffic in October. Westminster Council's leader has accused the Mayor of London of 'cheating the system' by bypassing a full environmental impact assessment.
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London buses to get air conditioning by 2027
All Transport for London buses will be fitted with air conditioning by May 2027, following industrial action by drivers concerned about cabs reaching over 40C. UV protective film will also be installed.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow third runway plans face growing opposition
Plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport, which would involve demolishing villages including Harmondsworth, Sipson, and Longford, are facing increasing opposition. The Mayor of London and Transport for London have formally declared their stance against the expansion.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow third runway opposed by London mayor over £9bn transport costs
The London mayor and Transport for London have formally opposed Heathrow’s third runway plans, citing £9bn in unfunded transport upgrades, 60,000 additional daily car trips, and reduced noise respite for residents. The government will decide on next steps later in 2026.
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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.
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Projects · East LondonGallows Corner roundabout delays leave Havering residents without answers
Havering MP Julia Lopez has accused the Mayor of London of ignoring Freedom of Information requests about cost overruns and project mismanagement at Gallows Corner roundabout. Works, originally due to finish in September 2025, remain incomplete as Essex and Suffolk Water finalise repairs.
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Buses & Trams · LondonTransport UK docks Barnet bus driver pay after 34°C heat refusal
A Transport UK bus driver in Barnet was docked 90 minutes’ pay after refusing to drive a bus with broken air conditioning when temperatures reached 34°C. The company said the cab was safe, but the Mayor of London had previously promised no penalties for heat-related refusals.
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