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WorldNewham Council launches 12-week parking consultation
Newham Council has initiated a 12-week public consultation seeking resident and business input on parking and kerbside space usage. The initiative, running until December 10, aims to inform a new strategy for street space management.
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WorldAssociated Asphalt finishes M40 Oxford to Warwick repairs
Civil engineering firm Associated Asphalt has concluded a significant maintenance programme on the M40 motorway between Oxford and Warwick. The works involved laying over 35,000 tonnes of asphalt on the 75km section, which began in early March and finished at the end of August.
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WorldHavering Council opens consultation on Hornchurch parking permits for Wingletye Lane residents
Havering Council has started a public consultation on a Permit Parking Area for Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch. The virtual permit system, managed through MiPermit, aims to stop non‑resident parking. Residents can comment until 19 October, after which the council will decide on implementation.
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Gallows Corner Reopens After Year of Roadworks
Gallows Corner has reopened following over a year of extensive roadworks by Transport for London. The project included replacing the original 1970s flyover and introducing new traffic-controlled pedestrian crossings on Straight Road and Eastern Avenue East.
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WorldTower Bridge to lift six times on Thursday for Paddle Steamer Waverley
Tower Bridge will lift its bascules six times on Thursday, September 24, to allow the Paddle Steamer Waverley to pass. The historic ship is scheduled for two crossings, with further appearances planned throughout autumn.
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WorldOxhey Grange footbridge removed by Network Rail
Network Rail has urgently removed the Oxhey Grange footbridge near Watford over a weekend. Routine inspections revealed the bridge had deteriorated faster than expected, necessitating its immediate dismantling. A specialist crane was used for the operation, allowing the railway to reopen ahead of schedule.
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Harry Potter play cut to one show due to rising costs
The West End production of Harry Potter And The Cursed Child has been shortened to a single three-hour show. Producer Sonia Friedman cited the rising cost of living as the primary reason for the change, stating that a two-part format would become unaffordable for audiences.
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WorldWestfield White City vehicle fire disrupts 10 bus routes
A vehicle fire in the Westfield White City car park has disrupted ten bus routes. Firefighters are on the scene responding to the incident, which began just before 12:30pm on September 23.
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WorldTfL Investigates Man Hit By Bus At Walthamstow Station
Transport for London has launched an urgent investigation after a man was struck by a double-decker bus at Walthamstow bus station. The collision on Tuesday, September 22, is the second serious incident at the location in under three years.
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Ariel Way closed due to vehicle fire near Westfield
Ariel Way, a road situated near the Westfield shopping centre, was closed on Wednesday evening due to a vehicle fire. The incident was reported as live, with emergency services attending the scene.
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WorldNetwork Rail invests £13M in Birmingham New Street upgrades
Network Rail will spend £13 million upgrading overhead power lines at Birmingham New Street station. The work, scheduled for Christmas 2026, is the first phase of a three-year programme to replace 1960s equipment and improve rail reliability.
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WorldPedestrian hospitalised after bus collision at Walthamstow Bus Station
A pedestrian was taken to a major trauma centre after being struck by a bus at Walthamstow Bus Station on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The station was closed, affecting 18 bus routes, and residents were advised to avoid the area.
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WorldCostain to lead South Kensington Tube station upgrade
Transport for London intends to award Costain the contract to upgrade South Kensington Tube station. The project will introduce step-free access to all lines and the ticket hall, with a new entrance at 34 Thurloe Street. Completion is expected by 2031.
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WorldApple Music Hall opens at Battersea Power Station
Apple Music is launching a new concert venue, Apple Music Hall, beneath its European headquarters at Battersea Power Station. The 600-capacity space will host live-streamed performances by major and emerging artists, featuring advanced technology.
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WorldSouth Kensington Station to Get Step-Free Access by 2031
South Kensington tube station will achieve step-free access across all three lines by 2031. The upgrade includes a new entrance at 34 Thurloe Street and the reopening of a disused platform, with Costain appointed to design and build the improvements.
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Gallows Corner reopens after 15 months of roadworks
Gallows Corner has fully reopened to traffic following a 15-month closure. The major roadworks project, which involved replacing an ageing flyover and diverting a water main, has now been completed by Transport for London.
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WorldWimbledon collision causes traffic disruption and bus diversions
A traffic collision on September 20 in Wimbledon has led to lane restrictions, traffic disruption, and diversions for Route 93 buses. A police cordon was established at the junction of Alexandra Road, Wimbledon Hill Road, and St George's Road. It remains unclear if anyone was injured.
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Sisters claim Met Police 'negligent' in 'Putney pusher' suspect case
The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, who was suspected of pushing a woman into the path of a bus on Putney Bridge in 2017, have accused the Metropolitan Police of negligence and recklessness. Brandram was found dead at his home on Tuesday evening.
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WorldA2 Drivers Face Four Nights of Overnight Closures
Drivers using the A2 are warned of multiple overnight closures affecting slip roads and carriageway sections. The disruptions are scheduled to take place over four nights, starting Friday, September 18, as part of planned maintenance works.
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WorldBadenoch lawyers up over Wandsworth council tax hike
Kemi Badenoch has instructed lawyers to challenge the government over local funding cuts. This follows a proposed 94% council tax increase by Wandsworth Council, which blames an £84m annual government funding reduction. The final decision on the tax rise is expected early next year.
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