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Gallows Corner set to reopen after water main delays
Gallows Corner is expected to reopen at the end of the month following extensive delays caused by Essex & Suffolk Water's essential main replacement project. The works, which were not initially publicised, faced numerous setbacks due to engineering challenges and ground conditions.
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WorldA21 Bromley Common: Overnight roadworks announced
Transport for London has announced overnight roadworks on the A21 Bromley Common and surrounding streets. The telecom works, scheduled from September 14 to September 20, 2026, will impose nightly stopping restrictions from 8pm to 5am.
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WorldLeyton Station Footbridge Craned Into Place Over Bank Holiday Weekend
A new steel footbridge has been installed at Leyton Underground station during an overnight operation over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The installation required a closure of the A12 and a railway possession. The new bridge is part of a wider upgrade to make the station step-free.
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Orpington Road Closed After Crash, Buses Diverted
Crofton Lane in Orpington is currently shut due to a road traffic collision. The closure is causing significant traffic queues and has led to bus services being diverted.
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WorldVoi e-bikes continue in Ealing despite losing council contract
E-bike operator Voi is continuing to offer services in Ealing after losing a council contract to Lime and Forest. The company claims the council's selection process lacked clear criteria and has vowed to operate under the borough's enforcement procedures.
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WorldBarking and Dagenham Council proposes borough-wide parking zones
Barking and Dagenham Council is considering extending controlled parking zones to cover the entire borough. Proposals would introduce new permit areas in previously uncovered neighbourhoods, with consultations and implementation scheduled over the next two years.
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WorldGallows Corner reopening end of September
Transport for London expects to reopen Gallows Corner at the end of September, following 15 months of closure for flyover replacement. Drone photos show resurfacing underway as the final stages of the project approach.
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WorldInflatable Toyota Corolla on Display at Southbank Exhibition
An inflatable, life-sized replica of a Toyota Corolla E100 is currently on display at the Southbank Centre's Hayward Gallery. The artwork is part of a free exhibition by Taiwanese artist Musquiqui Chihying, running until October 18th, 2026.
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ORR will need new skills to regulate Lower Thames Crossing, review finds
An independent review released on 3 September 2026 says the Office of Rail and Road must develop new capability and skills to oversee future roads built under a regulated asset base, starting with the Lower Thames Crossing. The regulator will coordinate with the Department for Transport, which has not commented, while a government response is expected later this autumn.
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Barking Road Closed Due to Emergency Incident
Gurdwara Way in Barking has been closed to traffic due to an emergency services incident. Emergency personnel are currently attending the scene.
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WorldWest Highland Line to close for nine days for £13M upgrade
The West Highland Line will be closed for nine days in November to allow for approximately £13 million in upgrade work. The investment aims to improve the line's reliability and resilience by renewing worn rails and enhancing drainage systems.
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WorldKingston Station Unveils Railway History Mural
Kingston Station has unveiled a new platform-length mural celebrating its rich railway history and the area's connection to King Athelstan. The artwork was commissioned by South Western Railway and Network Rail Wessex.
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WorldSoutheastern train disruption affects Bromley routes this week
Bromley train passengers face disruption between September 7 and September 11 due to engineering works on the Southeastern network. Services between Bromley North and Grove Park will be cancelled, with replacement buses and London Buses available. Other routes serving London Victoria and Orpington will also be diverted.
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WorldLiverpool City Region secures £86.3m for bus franchising
Liverpool City Region is set to bring its bus services under public control with £86.3 million in government funding until 2029. The move aims to deliver better, more reliable services and affordable fares for passengers.
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WorldTfL extends calm space trial at Ealing Broadway until October 2026
Transport for London has installed a temporary calm space at Ealing Broadway station, remaining until 2 October 2026, and will test a similar facility at the London Transport Museum. The trials, run with NOOK and Autistica, aim to help neurodivergent passengers and others who need a low‑stimulus area.
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WorldLondon Transport Museum Acton Depot opens for public visits
The London Transport Museum is opening its Acton storage depot for public visits from September 25th to 27th, 2026. The event will showcase over 320,000 objects, including historic trains and buses, with a focus on transport design.
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WorldEltham Road Closure for Thames Water Valve Works
Prince Rupert Road in Eltham is set to close for approximately five days from Monday, September 7, 2026. The closure by the Royal Borough of Greenwich is to allow Thames Water to carry out essential valve repack works on a water main.
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WorldSaxmundham junction closure disrupts Greater Anglia services Oct 24‑Nov 1
From 24 October to 1 November 2026 Saxmundham rail junction will be shut for a nine‑day engineering programme that installs a powered crossover and new signalling. Greater Anglia services between Lowestoft and Ipswich will face interruptions as the upgrade prepares the line for Sizewell C freight traffic.
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WorldLondon Overground services suspended near Clapham Junction on Sunday
London Overground passengers face disruption on Sunday, September 20, as services between Wandsworth Road and Clapham Junction are suspended. Engineering works are scheduled for the weekend, affecting routes to and from Clapham Junction.
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WorldNew Superloop bus route SL12 launches in Havering
Havering will see a new Superloop bus route, the SL12, launch on September 5, 2026. The service will connect Gants Hill and Rainham, passing through Romford and serving Queen’s Hospital and Elm Park. Passengers can travel for free during the first week.
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