Driver who orphaned toddler spared jail after fatal crash
A 27-year-old woman who killed a couple in a head-on collision while rushing to a beauty salon has been given a suspended sentence. Their two-year-old son is now orphaned.
Category : Transport
TikToker jailed for 9 years over fatal crash videos
Leigh Sutherland, 31, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting grandmother Margaret Allan, 77, and posting abusive content online. Read the full court report.
Find the 'loneliest' section of the London Underground
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.
TikToker jailed for killing grandmother in car crash
Leigh Sutherland sentenced to nine years for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring brake warnings. Read the full court details and police statement.
TfL's Bakerloo Line Heineken Rebrand Contains Awkward Error
An eagle-eyed passenger spots a station order error in TfL's Bakerloo line Heineken rebrand. Could the ad campaign confuse commuters? Read the full story.
34 arrested in Spain over 'Black Axe' crime gang fraud
A major cross-border police operation has led to 34 arrests in Spain, targeting the notorious 'Black Axe' criminal network accused of multi-million euro fraud. Read the full details.
Tube knifeman jailed for 11 years after Kennington attack
Nicholas Green stabbed two strangers on a London Underground platform in a 'torrent of violence'. He was caught after using his bank card to tap in. Read the full story.
PC Matthew Pike trial: 93mph in fatal Bristol police chase
PC Matthew Pike is on trial for causing death by dangerous driving after a high-speed pursuit in Bristol reached 93mph, leading to a fatal crash. The trial continues.
TikToker jailed for killing grandmother in faulty brake crash
Leigh Sutherland sentenced to nine years for causing death by dangerous driving after ignoring warnings about his car's faulty brakes. Read the full story.
TfL: No plans to rezone Watford stations despite fare anger
Watford passengers pay double the fare of similar-distance commuters. TfL confirms no rezoning plans, despite a 5.8% fare hike in March. Campaigners demand fairer pricing.
Bakerloo Line rebranded 'Bakerl0.0' for two-week campaign
London's Bakerloo line is temporarily renamed 'Bakerl0.0' as TfL partners with Heineken 0.0, offering free alcohol-free beer and suspending the tube drinking ban. Discover the details and how to get your free drink.
Controversial No Trousers Tube Ride Returns to London
The annual No Trousers Tube Ride is back in London this Sunday, January 11. Discover the event's origins, the rules, and why it continues to divide public opinion.
UK Transport Chaos as Storm Goretti Brings Heavy Snow
Storm Goretti blankets the UK in snow, causing major disruption to trains, flights and roads. Get the latest on cancellations and closures.
How wealthy Londoners blocked a new Tube line in 1893
Plans for a London Underground line from Victoria to Kilburn were scrapped in 1893 after wealthy residents in Mayfair campaigned against noise disruption. Discover the forgotten route that would have changed the Tube map forever.
Victoria Line severe delays after points failure
A points failure at Finsbury Park has caused severe delays on the Victoria Line this morning. Check your route and replan your journey using the TfL tool to avoid disruption.
Southgate Tube station exit-only for 2 months
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.
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.
Tube cleaning outsourced to Mitie despite union criticism
Transport for London awards cleaning contract to Mitie for five years, sparking RMT union fury. Mayor Khan commits to in-house service pilot. Full details on the decision.
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.
11-year-old girl dies after Tooting Bec Road collision
An 11-year-old girl has died three weeks after being hit by a car in Streatham. Police appeal for witnesses as a 54-year-old man is bailed.
Driverless Tube Plan Sparks 'Mass' Strike Warning
Reform UK's London mayoral candidate wants to automate the Underground, prompting unions to warn of major, sustained industrial action. Read the full story.
New 24/7 team to tackle London Underground graffiti
Transport for London awards Mitie a new five-year cleaning contract, establishing a dedicated 24/7 team to combat worsening graffiti on the Tube network. The intelligence-led plan follows public backlash.
Major TfL closures and bus strikes this weekend
Plan your journey: Major closures on Tube, Overground, DLR & Elizabeth lines, plus bus strikes, will disrupt London travel from Jan 9-11. Full details here.
Storm Goretti Causes Major London Rail Disruption
Storm Goretti brings travel chaos to London with severe train disruptions. Check the full list of affected Eurostar, GWR, and SWR services and latest weather warnings.
Woman jailed for fatal 85mph crash killing three friends
Jorja Colville sentenced to 3 years 10 months for causing deaths of three young men in high-speed Falkirk collision. Read the full court details and police statement.
CCTV appeal after sexual assault on Tube platform
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a woman was sexually assaulted and spat at on a London Underground platform. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Guardian Hope Appeal raises £850k to fight extremism
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised over £850,000, nearing its £1m target to support five charities tackling racism, division, and extremism in UK communities. Donate now.
Court: Electric car that killed boy did not move on its own
A five-year-old boy was killed in a tragic incident near London Bridge. The court heard the Volkswagen ID.4 was in perfect working order. Read the full details from the Old Bailey trial.
London commuters face sharp transport fare increases
Mayor Sadiq Khan announces significant rises for Tube, bus, and congestion charges, diverging from the national rail fare freeze. Discover why Londoners are paying more.
Crash expert dismisses driver's claim EV moved on its own
A crash investigator has dismissed a driver's claim his electric Volkswagen accelerated by itself before killing a five-year-old boy, citing 'pedal misapplication'. Read the full trial details.
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