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Mason's Hill sinkhole closes A21, bus routes diverted
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Burnt Oak station to close for two weeks for accessibility works
Havering roads to close for October maintenance
Tree blocks Thameslink trains near Bromley
Southeastern trains cancelled through Bromley
Engineering works mean diversions and bus replacements on key commuter routes until Friday.
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QEII Bridge closed southbound due to police incident
Sadiq Khan calls for robotaxi cap in London
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A3 Southbound Blocked by Overturned Lorry
London drivers face reduced visibility as Met Office issues yellow fog warning
Hackney Council drops Edmonton incinerator opposition
See it. Say it. Sorted. campaign logs 83,000 crimes
BTP gets £63m boost for 200 new officers
Signalling Fault Halts Trains at London Euston
M23 Reopens After Gatwick Delays
Multi-vehicle crash in east London
Paddington and Birmingham stations to close for Christmas engineering works
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Street artist Endless has unveiled Endless Frieze, an installation celebrating Notting Hill's identity with portraits of local residents and iconic buildings. The exhibition, running until the end of October, is being created in real time.
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New Environmental Plans Could Speed Up Infrastructure Projects
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WorldBradford Interchange Station Confirmed for 2030s
The government has confirmed a new station at Bradford Interchange, set to be delivered in the 2030s. This development is a key part of the Northern Powerhouse Rail project and is expected to bring significant economic benefits and transform regional travel.
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WorldRomford residents oppose 11 speed humps on Heath Drive
Havering Council plans to install 11 speed humps on Heath Drive in Romford, a move met with strong opposition from residents who cite fears of increased noise, pollution, and damage to the area's conservation status.
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Bus passengers face £100 fine for loud music
Bus passengers in England could face fines of up to £100 for playing music loudly on services. New powers granted under the Bus Services Act 2025 came into force on 5 August 2026, allowing local authorities to create bylaws for enforcement.
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WorldHaringey Council Approves £10m Bus Grant
Haringey Council is set to approve a £10 million grant from the Better Bus partnership next week. The funding is part of a broader strategy to prioritise pedestrians and cyclists and reduce road casualties in the borough.
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WorldLoampit Hill A20 in Lewisham closed after crash
Loampit Hill, part of the A20 in Lewisham, has been closed to traffic. The closure is reportedly due to a crash, leading to diversions for bus services.
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WorldEaling Council gains powers to seize e-bikes
Ealing Council has approved new powers to seize e-bikes that pose a danger to pedestrians or cause obstructions, without requiring a court order. The move aims to strengthen enforcement against obstructive e-bike operators and improve street safety.
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WorldWembley Hill Road partly blocked by emergency incident, traffic disrupted
An emergency services incident has partially blocked Wembley Hill Road, causing traffic disruption in the Wembley area. London Now reported that crews are attending the scene and motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while the incident is dealt with.
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Waterloo to Guildford trains disrupted Sunday by line closures
South Western Railway services between London Waterloo and Guildford will be disrupted on Sunday, October 18, due to essential maintenance. Several services will terminate early, with replacement buses operating on affected routes.
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WorldNewham Roads Face 18-Month Closures for Public Realm Works
Newham Council has announced that several roads will be closed for up to 18 months starting October 21, 2024. The closures are for public realm improvement works and will affect areas E7, E12, and E15/E13, including Katherine Road, Manor Park Road, and Forest Lane.
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WorldRedbridge Council proposes new zebra crossing in Ilford
Redbridge Council has proposed the installation of a new zebra crossing on The Drive in Ilford. The plans include tactile paving, zig-zag markings, Belisha beacons, and street lighting to improve road safety. Residents can submit feedback until 15 October 2026.
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WorldeasyJet adds Budapest, Lanzarote, Edinburgh routes from Southend
easyJet is introducing three new routes from Southend Airport in October 2026, flying to Budapest, Lanzarote, and Edinburgh. The airline is also adding another aircraft to its Southend base next year.
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WorldWest End watch thefts cost £1m monthly, police say
An average of £1m worth of watches are stolen from people's wrists in London's West End each month, according to the Metropolitan Police. The figures were presented at Southwark Crown Court during the sentencing of three men convicted of a £137,000 watch theft.
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WorldPinner View Gas Works to Cause Six Weeks Disruption
Essential gas network upgrades by Cadent Gas are set to cause six weeks of disruption on Pinner View in Harrow. The works, which began on October 12, will lead to road closures and parking restrictions, with diversion routes provided.
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Havering Council approves lane rental scheme for roadworks
Havering Council has approved a lane rental scheme requiring highway companies to pay daily charges for road closures during peak hours. The policy aims to reduce congestion and disruption from roadworks, with funds generated to be used for highway maintenance.
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Minibus crash at Eurotunnel leaves 19 injured
Nineteen people sustained injuries when a minibus collided with a train at the Eurotunnel loading platform near Calais. Two individuals, including the bus driver, were airlifted to hospital in critical condition. An inquiry into the incident is underway.
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WorldTrain collision at Liverpool Street causes major rail disruption
An out-of-service London Overground train collided with a buffer stop at Liverpool Street station around 1am on October 15. The incident led to the closure of platforms one to three, causing significant delays and cancellations for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and Stansted Express services.
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WorldWandsworth Council's e-bike charter demands rapid removal of obstructions
Wandsworth Council has introduced a Fair Use Charter for e-bike and e-scooter operators, mandating the removal of obstructive vehicles within two hours of a report. Non-compliant operators face impounding costs and stricter enforcement.
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WorldWandsworth Council launches e-bike charter for parking
Wandsworth Council has introduced a Fair Use Charter for e-bike and e-scooter operators to address concerns about pavement parking. Operators must now remove blocked bikes within two hours of a report or risk impoundment.
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