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Projects · East LondonLondon Cable Car hits 20 million passengers, offers 20-year free travel prize
The London Cable Car has carried 20 million passengers since opening in 2012. To celebrate, Transport for London is offering a 'Golden Ticket' for 20 years of free travel. The competition runs until 16 August 2026 and is open to all visitors.
East London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 35
Roads & Driving · South LondonA23 crash near Brixton closes road and causes heavy traffic
A collision on the A23 near Brixton has closed the road in both directions, causing significant delays. Transport for London has implemented diversions, with heavy traffic reported across South West London.
South London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 30 · Hype 70
Projects · East LondonGallows Corner water works to finish by August end, TfL resurfacing unclear
Essex & Suffolk Water confirmed its Gallows Corner water main repairs are on schedule to complete by the end of August. Transport for London will then resurface the junction, but has not disclosed a timeline for reopening the full road network.
East London4 min readTrust 54 · Craft 80 · Hype 15
Roads & Driving · East LondonTfL raises Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel tolls from 21 September
Transport for London has confirmed toll increases for the Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels, starting 21 September. Peak charges for cars will rise by 20p, while motorbikes and large vans will see smaller increases. Residents in eligible boroughs may qualify for discounts.
East London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 58 · Hype 35
Buses & Trams · CroydonCroydon tram services suspended between Reeves Corner and East Croydon for August 2026 works
Transport for London will close the tram link between Reeves Corner and East Croydon from 6 to 30 August 2026 for engineering works. Evening services will also be disrupted on 16 and 20 August. TfL advises planning ahead and using buses or cycling as alternatives.
Croydon5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50