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Man jailed 15 years for Ulez camera bomb
Kevin Rees has been sentenced to 15 years in prison at the Old Bailey for detonating explosives at a Ulez camera in Sidcup. The blast on 6 December 2023 damaged nearby cars and houses, and the judge ruled the offence had a terrorism connection.
3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 40 - Fares & Tickets · London
TfL stops bailiff seizure after compensation paid to mistaken ULEZ target
A London resident received bailiff visits over four ULEZ fines for a vehicle never owned. TfL rejected DVLA proof, but later withdrew action and CDER Group paid £500 compensation. TransUnion’s credit‑file mix‑up was also identified.
London3 min readTrust 68 · Craft 95 · Hype 35 - Airports · Heathrow
Heathrow Airport: M25 junction depends on terminal
Drivers approaching Heathrow Airport via the M25 motorway need to use specific junctions depending on their intended terminal. Heathrow's official guidance outlines different exits for Terminals 4 and 5 compared to Terminals 2 and 3. Drivers should also check signage for car parks and be aware of the ULEZ charge.
Heathrow3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 15 
Roads & Driving · Central LondonLondon Congestion Charge rises to £18
The daily rate for London's Congestion Charge increased to £18 on January 2, 2026. Electric vehicles registered for Auto Pay receive a 25 per cent discount, while residents within the zone can get a 90 per cent reduction.
Central London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41- Projects · London
London air quality improves, but pollution gap persists
London's air quality has seen substantial improvements over the last decade, with average nitrogen dioxide levels falling by nearly 38%. However, disparities persist, with more deprived areas and neighbourhoods with larger non-white populations still experiencing higher pollution levels.
London4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 40 - Roads & Driving · London
Ulez border concerns persist three years after expansion
Three years after the Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) expanded to cover all London boroughs, businesses and residents on the capital's border report ongoing concerns about the £12.50 daily charge. Transport for London acknowledged external frustration but cited funding limits for not extending scrappage schemes.
London4 min readTrust 48 · Craft 67 · Hype 20 - Roads & Driving · London
Ulez shows health benefits for London children
The ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) in London has demonstrated significant health benefits for children, according to a recent study. The scheme has also been credited with reducing air pollution, traffic congestion, and noise, while creating more space for pedestrians and cyclists.
London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 20