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Nine arrested after brawl at London Victoria Wetherspoons
British Transport Police are appealing for witnesses after a large fight broke out at a Wetherspoons pub in London Victoria station. Nine men were arrested following the late-night disturbance.
Heineken Tube Sign Rebrand Divides London
Heineken's temporary rebrand of the Bakerloo line to 'Bakerl0.0' has ignited a fierce debate about advertising on London's iconic Tube network. Read the expert arguments for and against.
Sexual assault on London Underground worker at Liverpool Street
British Transport Police are searching for a man after a London Underground staff member was sexually assaulted at Liverpool Street station. The attack occurred at the ticket barriers on December 16. Police have released an image.
5 London bus routes face change for 10k new homes
Transport for London is consulting on changes to five bus routes in North London to serve the massive Meridian Water development of 10,000 new homes. Have your say by February 23.
Rail slogan 'See It, Say It, Sorted' widely misheard
For years, UK rail users have misheard the British Transport Police's safety tagline as 'Sort It' instead of 'Sorted'. Discover the confusion and the correct message to stay safe.
Bakerloop bus route revenue doubles TfL forecasts
TfL's new Bakerloop bus service has carried 367,000 passengers and generated £231,000 in just 10 weeks, more than double initial projections. Discover the impact of this interim solution ahead of the Bakerloo line extension.
How Vienna's €1-a-day transport shames the UK's costly chaos
A UK expat's five-year comparison exposes Vienna's flawless, affordable public transport against Britain's expensive, unreliable system. Discover why attitude, not just investment, is key.
Should Phones Be Banned on UK Public Transport?
A heated debate erupts in MetroTalk over phone use on buses and trains. Readers cite noise, autism accessibility, and public nuisance, while a veteran bus driver reveals the 'implied contract' of travel. Have your say.
London Bus Route 19, Immortalised by Dire Straits, Faces Cut
Transport for London proposes cutting the famous Route 19 bus, celebrated in a Dire Straits song. Key changes to routes 19, 38, 349, and 424 could disrupt millions of journeys. Read the full details and potential impact.
UK Readers Clash Over Public Transport Music Etiquette
Metro readers are fiercely debating the etiquette of playing music out loud on buses and trains. Is it ever acceptable, or is it pure selfishness? Join the conversation.
Manhunt after sexual assault on District Line tube
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a woman was sexually assaulted on a District Line train near Cannon Street. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Woman sexually assaulted on London Overground train
British Transport Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a London Overground train between Hackney Downs and Liverpool Street. The incident occurred on a Saturday evening in late March.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Racial and religious hate on UK transport up 40%
Shocking new data reveals a 40% rise in hate incidents on UK public transport. Read the full report and learn what's being done to tackle this crisis.
West Yorkshire Tram Network Faces Further Major Delays
The long-awaited West Yorkshire tram network is hit by another delay, pushing the start date to 2034 and raising costs to £3.5bn. Discover the impact on Leeds and Bradford's transport future.
TfL staff on £100k+ salaries triples to 548
The number of Transport for London employees earning over £100,000 has soared from 151 to 548 in three years. TfL cites inflation, backdated pay, and overtime as key drivers. Discover the full breakdown.
S4 bus cuts leave Sutton residents stranded for over an hour
Residents in Sutton face hour-long waits as TfL cuts S4 bus frequency. Students are left behind and elderly passengers struggle in the cold. MP Bobby Dean demands service restoration.
S4 bus cuts strand South London pupils and elderly
South London residents face hour-long waits and overcrowded buses after TfL cut S4 frequency. Schoolchildren and vulnerable people are left stranded. Read the full story and see how it's impacting the community.
Leeds tram delayed to late 2030s after review
The opening of Leeds's long-awaited £2.5bn tram system is delayed by 2-3 years to the late 2030s after a government review demanded a full business case. Read the latest on the mass transit project.
Girl attacked at Balham station, police seek woman
British Transport Police are searching for a woman after a young girl was struck in the head at Balham railway station during the morning rush hour. The child hit a wall following the assault. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Decommissioned London Tube signs sell for up to £2,000
Decommissioned London Underground signs are on sale for up to £2,000. The London Transport Museum calls it a chance to own a piece of transport history. See the collection now.
London Transport Hate Crimes Still High Post Gaza Conflict
British Transport Police reveal hate crimes on Tubes and buses remain elevated since 2023 spike, driven by international tensions. Read the latest figures and police response.
Critical Incident at Kingston Railway Station
A person is fighting for life after falling on tracks at Kingston station during rush hour. British Transport Police confirm the incident is not suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Paris Unveils Europe's Longest Urban Cable Car
Paris launches a 4.5km cable car, Europe's longest, connecting isolated suburbs to the Metro in 18 minutes. Could London learn from this transport solution?
Spain's €60 Monthly National Transport Pass Unveiled
Spain's government introduces a flat-rate €60 monthly pass for nationwide bus and train travel, aiming to cut commuting costs by up to 60% for millions, as PM Sánchez faces political pressure.
Knife Fight at Balham Underground: Police Release Images
British Transport Police release images of seven individuals after a knife fight on the platform at Balham Underground station. Witnesses urged to come forward.
TfL told to adopt 'Vision Zero' plan for women's safety
Transport for London is under pressure to create a cohesive strategy, similar to its road safety plan, to tackle rising violence and harassment against women and girls on the Tube and buses.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel opens, shifting transport focus
The new Metro Tunnel in Melbourne has opened, promising better sustainable travel. A reader argues we must see metros as serving all travellers, not just commuters, to build world-class cities.
Teen sexually assaulted on train to Wrexham
British Transport Police hunt man after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on a train to Wrexham. He made inappropriate comments and blocked her exit. Call 0800 40 50 40.
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