£1,000 fine for using phone in traffic jams
UK motorists face fines up to £1,000 and six penalty points for using handheld devices in traffic jams or at red lights. Learn the law to avoid penalties.
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Londoner's TfL Gripes: Naming Conventions Annoy
A lifelong Londoner shares two Transport for London naming conventions that drive him mad. Discover why 'Elizabeth line line' and 'Battersea Power Station station' bother him so much.
Public Consultation on Permanent Lower Road Cycleway
Southwark Council consults Londoners on making the Lower Road cycleway permanent. Have your say on the future of this key cycling route before the December 14 deadline.
DLR to be extended to Thamesmead, budget confirms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the DLR extension to Thamesmead, featuring two new stations and a Thames tunnel. The £1.7bn project aims to unlock 25,000 homes and 10,000 jobs by 2030.
TfL's £4.3m annual phone bill revealed
Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.
National Express Adds 300 Daily Services to Stansted
National Express is launching over 300 daily coach services from London to Stansted Airport from December 8, offering cheaper fares from £11. Book now for Christmas travel!
Holborn Underground Fire Causes Major Disruption
A major fire is burning in an underground utility tunnel in Holborn, Central London. Ten fire engines are on the scene. Get the latest updates.
95-year-old bus driver sets world record in Texas
Raymond Hager, 95, becomes world's oldest bus driver in Wichita Falls. The inspiring driver says he has 'no desire to quit' and was honoured by the mayor. Read his remarkable story.
2026 Rail Fare Freeze: Will London Tube Prices Still Rise?
The government's 2026 rail fare freeze for England won't apply to London's Tube. Discover why Londoners might face a 5.8% fare hike and what it means for Travelcards.
Heathrow rival vows to continue expansion bid
Hotel billionaire Surinder Arora pledges to recalibrate his Heathrow West proposal after government backs HAL's £49bn third runway plan. Will competition drive better value?
Heathrow expansion: Villagers face losing homes
Residents in Harmondsworth and Longford face losing their homes to Heathrow's £33bn third runway. Ministers back the plan, leaving a community in limbo. Read their story.
Victoria Line suspended due to track casualty
Severe delays and partial suspension hit London's Victoria Line due to mass overcrowding after a casualty on the track. Follow for live updates.
Belgium strike cancels all flights, hits UK travellers
A nationwide strike in Belgium cancels all departure flights, disrupting UK travel. Discover your passenger rights and alternative travel options.
easyJet's new Stansted-Paris flights start 2026
easyJet announces new Stansted to Paris flights starting March 2026, alongside better-than-expected annual profits driven by package holiday demand. Book your seats now!
TfL's savage reply over Blackwall Tunnel charge signs
Transport for London issued a scathing response to a motorist who claimed Blackwall Tunnel charges weren't clearly signed. Discover how TfL defended its signage policy.
Government Backs Heathrow's £33bn Third Runway Plan
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport Ltd's £33bn third runway scheme, aiming for a 2035 launch. The plan promises economic boosts but faces environmental scrutiny. Discover the details.
Heathrow's £49bn expansion to alter M25 route
The government confirms Heathrow's third runway, set for 2035, will reroute the M25 and boost capacity by 276,000 flights annually. Discover the impact on transport and the economy.
New Tube barriers offer £180 cashback with Chase cards
TfL replaces Google Pay with Chase on 5,000 ticket barriers. Use a Chase debit card for 1% travel cashback, saving up to £180 yearly. Find out which stations are first.
Heathrow's £33bn Third Runway Approved
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's £33 billion third runway plan, a major infrastructure project requiring M25 re-routing and village demolition. Read the full details.
Heathrow's £49bn Third Runway Plan Approved
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's £49bn third runway plan, rejecting a rival proposal. The project will be privately financed but requires M25 rerouting.
TikToker fights 'unfair' yellow box fines across UK
A chartered engineer is using TikTok to challenge 'unfair' yellow box junction fines, helping drivers appeal PCNs. Discover how he's fighting back against councils.
Hidden small print leads to £140 clamp fee in Nottingham
Motorist slapped with £140 clamp fee at Nottingham Tram Park & Ride despite using tram service. Hidden small print requirement revealed only by enforcement officer.
Is London's £1.7bn DLR Extension the Wrong Choice?
Analysis reveals the Thamesmead DLR extension may be a poor investment, costing £1.7bn for limited gains. Discover why a West London project offers better value for taxpayers and growth.
A23 Brixton Road closed after crash, police on scene
Major delays on A23 Brixton Road after a collision. Road closed near Crown & Anchor pub. Police on scene, bus routes diverted. Follow for live updates.
Man dies in Canary Wharf hit-and-run, arrest made
A 26-year-old man has died after a hit-and-run on Aspen Way in Canary Wharf. A 20-year-old is arrested for causing death by dangerous driving. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Government backs £49bn Heathrow expansion plan
The UK government is set to approve Heathrow's controversial £49bn third runway, opting for the airport's ambitious proposal over a rival bid. The decision comes despite airline warnings over soaring costs.
Men arrested after runway dash at German airport
Shocking footage shows two passengers sprinting across an active runway in a desperate attempt to board their Wizz Air flight to Bucharest. Read the full story of the incident that led to their arrest.
Man killed in quad bike accident near Knottingley
A 52-year-old local man has died after his quad bike overturned on private land near Dales Wood, Yorkshire. Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on November 22.
London Congestion Charge Changes for 2026 Revealed
Electric vehicles will no longer be exempt from London's Congestion Charge from January 2026. Find out how the new fees and discounts will affect drivers.
Central Line Most Complained-About Tube in 2025
Transport for London reveals Central Line received 1,651 complaints in 2025, though reports dropped 14% from 2024. Discover which lines saw improvements and TfL's safety pledge.
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