Why London Tube repairs are slower than Paris Metro
Transport for London reveals how Victorian-era design hampers Underground upgrades, leading to more delays and closures. Discover the funding gap and future plans.
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Court rejects 'car moved itself' claim in boy's death
A crash investigator dismissed a driver's claim his electric car accelerated on its own, killing a 5-year-old in Borough. The Old Bailey trial continues.
UK airport drop-off charges rise to £10 in 2026
Four major UK airports have increased drop-off fees for 2026, with Gatwick now the most expensive at £10. Find out how much London Heathrow, City, and Bristol are charging.
Mum and baby hit by van in Surrey fail-to-stop crash
A young mother and her baby were hospitalised after a white van struck them on a Surrey road and fled. Surrey Police are urgently seeking witnesses and dashcam footage from the January 6 incident.
Family Campaigns for Stricter Driver Eyesight Tests
A son demands urgent reform of UK driving licence laws after his mother was killed by a driver with severe eyesight issues. His 'Sight Safe' campaign calls for mandatory eye tests.
Schoolchildren hurt in icy Reading coach crash
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.
Four UK airports hike drop-off charges in 2026
Gatwick, Heathrow, London City and Bristol airports have all increased passenger drop-off fees this year, adding to travel costs. Experts advise on how to avoid the new charges.
School bus crashes in Kent on black ice, children injured
A double-decker school bus crashed into a ditch in Kent after slipping on black ice. In a separate incident in Reading, nine children were injured in a coach and bus collision. Latest updates and safety warnings.
Luton Airport warns £2.5bn plan at risk from tax rise
London Luton Airport warns its £2.5bn expansion could be stalled as Labour's business rates set to double its tax bill by 2029. Key infrastructure investment under threat.
Kent school bus crash on black ice, no injuries
A double-decker school bus slid off the road into a ditch near Ashford, Kent, due to black ice. Emergency services attended but no injuries were reported. Read the full story for safety advice.
Pedestrian dies after collision with police car in Southwark
A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit by a marked Met Police vehicle on an emergency call. The IOPC has launched an independent investigation.
Hundreds of flights and trains cancelled in snow chaos
Heavy snow and ice cause major travel disruption across the UK and Europe, with hundreds of flights and train services cancelled. Check your journey.
Luton Airport's £2.5bn expansion threatened by tax hike
Luton Airport's £2.5bn expansion plan, including a new terminal, faces uncertainty as business rates are set to more than double by 2029. Read how this tax hike could impact UK infrastructure.
Driver jailed for killing 'larger-than-life' Croydon barber
David Haggard sentenced to six years for causing death by dangerous driving after fatal collision on Croydon Lane in March 2023. Read the full story.
Government Lowers Drink-Drive Limit in Safety Strategy
The UK government announces a new road safety strategy, lowering the drink-drive limit in England and Wales and introducing eye tests for over-70s. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
New Road Safety Plans 'Not Enough' Say Bereaved Families
Bereaved families and the AA criticise the government's new road safety strategy as insufficient, calling for Graduated Driving Licences to protect young drivers.
New Superloop bus routes for London in 2026
Mayor Sadiq Khan announces two new Superloop express bus services for 2026, connecting North Greenwich to Abbey Wood and Gants Hill to Rainham. Get the full details and maps.
Woman dies in A10 layby crash, Porsche driver arrested
A woman in her 60s died after being struck by a car on the A10 near Broxbourne. A Porsche driver has been arrested. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
London Underground's 4-mile gap between stations
Discover the Metropolitan line's massive 4-mile gap between Chesham and Chalfont & Latimer, a four-minute journey that's London's most worthwhile Tube trip. Explore why this zone 8 route is so unique.
Amsterdam Schiphol cancels 700 flights in winter freeze
Amsterdam Schiphol airport cancels over 700 flights due to snow and ice, stranding 1000+ passengers overnight. Freezing weather causes major travel disruption across Europe. Read the latest updates.
Police incident closes Borough High Street, diverts buses
A police incident has forced a partial closure of Borough High Street in London since early Tuesday morning, causing significant disruption to six bus routes. Get the latest traffic updates here.
UK Plans Lower Drink-Drive Limit to Cut Road Deaths
The UK government unveils a new road safety plan aiming to cut deaths by 65% by 2035, including a controversial proposal to lower England and Wales's drink-drive limit. Read the full details.
New Road Safety Plan 'Misses Opportunity' to Protect Youth
The government's new road safety strategy promises eye tests for over-70s and a lower drink-drive limit, but bereaved families and the AA say it fails to protect young motorists. Read why campaigners demand more.
Gov Road Strategy & Trump Diplomacy: Key Plans for UK Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, impacting every driver, is unveiled. Plus, navigating Trump's unpredictability and an AI surge in Parliament. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
Hidden Gauges Keeping London Tube Safe Revealed
Discover the purpose of the mysterious pressure gauges in every Tube carriage. This hidden system is crucial for the safe running of London's Underground network. Read the full story here.
Uber's 2026 Robotaxi Plan for London Revealed
Uber confirms autonomous ride services for London in 2026, triggering a major shift in control over pricing, liability and data. Discover the real impact beyond transport.
New road safety plan criticised by AA and bereaved families
The government's new road safety strategy proposes longer learning periods and lower drink-drive limits, but campaigners say it fails to protect young drivers. Read the full analysis.
New UK Road Safety Strategy: Lower Drink-Drive Limit
The UK government unveils its first major road safety plan in 20 years, lowering the drink-drive limit and proposing a 6-month minimum learning period. Critics say it fails to protect young drivers.
Drink-drive limit cut in new UK road safety plan
The UK government plans to lower the drink-drive limit and introduce alcohol locks in a bid to cut road deaths. New rules for learner and older drivers are also proposed.
New UK Road Safety Strategy Targets 65% Cut in Deaths
The UK government announces its first road safety strategy in a decade, proposing tougher drink-drive limits, mandatory eye tests for over-70s, and compulsory emergency braking in new cars to dramatically reduce casualties by 2035.
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