Central Line weekend closure for Leyton station upgrade
Major disruption hits 18 Central Line stations for two days as a new overbridge is installed at Leyton. Plan your journey for Jan 31 & Feb 1.
Major disruption hits 18 Central Line stations for two days as a new overbridge is installed at Leyton. Plan your journey for Jan 31 & Feb 1.
An interactive map reveals 100 UK bank branches closing in 2026, including three in London. See if your local Lloyds, Halifax, or Santander is affected.
The Piccadilly line shuts this weekend (Jan 17-18, 2026). Here are all the alternative routes to Heathrow Airport, including the Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express, coaches, and buses.
District and Northern line services are disrupted this morning due to emergency engineering work. Passengers advised to use buses. Get the latest travel updates.
The entire Piccadilly Line will be closed on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2026 for track work. Trams and Brighton Main Line services also face major disruptions. Plan your journey now.
London Underground's Central line faces severe delays and suspensions after a signal failure at Woodford. Commuters face major disruption. Check TfL's journey planner for alternative routes.
Plan your London travel this weekend. The Piccadilly line is completely closed, with major disruption also on the Elizabeth line and Overground network. Check our full list of TfL closures.
Transport for London confirms the entire Tube network will have 4G and 5G mobile coverage by the end of 2026, with key lines set for connectivity this summer. Stay connected underground.
The government pledges a new rail link between Birmingham and Manchester to ease pressure on the West Coast Main Line, but provides no completion date. The project will follow the delivery of Northern Powerhouse Rail.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell accuses the Trump administration of a politically motivated criminal probe after the Fed refused to cut interest rates. Explore the escalating battle for central bank independence.
Nine major central bank governors, including the Bank of England's Andrew Bailey, issue a joint statement supporting Jerome Powell's independence amid political pressure from Donald Trump. Read the full story.
A key section of the Northern line will close early four nights a week until late May for essential track work. Plan your late journeys between Camden Town and Kennington now.
US Justice Department opens criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, escalating a political battle over interest rates and central bank independence. Read the full analysis.
Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana are locked in a power struggle over the new left-wing party's ruling committee, with insiders describing it as a 'proxy war'. Discover the battle for its future direction.
US Senator Thom Tillis pledges to halt all Federal Reserve appointments after a Justice Department investigation into Chair Jerome Powell, escalating a clash over central bank independence. Read the full story.
Torrential rain triggers severe flooding in Central Queensland, with authorities warning some remote communities may be cut off for months. Read the latest on the crisis and emergency response.
Financial markets tumble as the Trump administration threatens to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, reigniting a fierce battle over US central bank independence. Read the full story.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell alleges the Justice Department is threatening him criminally for defying Trump's rate cut demands. Explore the escalating political attack on central bank independence.
US and allied forces conducted large-scale strikes against Islamic State targets across Syria in response to a December attack that killed three Americans. Read the latest developments.
Morrisons announces closure of 100-year-old Rathbones Bakery in Wakefield, risking 115 jobs. The site had narrowly avoided closure in 2024. Read the full story.
A Reddit discussion reveals the quietest parts of the Tube network where you can find an empty carriage. Discover the Hainault Loop and other peaceful routes for a serene commute.
Commuters vent fury as Southgate's Piccadilly line station becomes exit-only until mid-March for escalator repairs, forcing lengthy bus diversions. TfL apologises for disruption.
Discover Epping Forest, a 6,000-acre ancient woodland reachable via the Central line. Spot fallow deer, explore historic trails like the Essex Way, and enjoy a perfect winter escape from the city.
A 49-year-old man has been killed by police in Springfield after a welfare check escalated into a violent six-hour standoff. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
The historic Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will publish its final edition on 3 May after two decades of heavy financial losses and a recent legal ruling. Read about the end of an era for local journalism.
Elvis fever grips Sydney's Central station as the Elvis Express departs for the 2026 Parkes festival. Discover the themed carriages, economic impact, and the fans' journey. Read more about this iconic Australian event.
Nine children were among 19 injured after a school coach and bus collided on an icy slip road near Reading. Two were hospitalised as emergency services dealt with the aftermath.
Major disruption on London Underground with severe delays on Elizabeth and Piccadilly lines. Check your journey before travel and allow extra time.
Five Tube lines face severe delays this morning, including Circle line suspension and District line issues. Get the latest travel updates and alternative route advice here.
JD Wetherspoon has cleared the final hurdle to open a new Central London pub on The Strand, next to Charing Cross Station. The venue will accommodate 320 customers and operate under strict licensing conditions.