UK airport e-gate age lowered to 8, affecting 1.5 million children
From July 8, children as young as eight can use passport e-gates at UK airports, benefiting up to 1.5 million families and reducing wait times ahead of summer holidays.
Category : Transport
M23 near Gatwick Airport closed after fatal crash
A fatal crash on the M23 southbound near Gatwick Airport has closed the motorway for hours, causing severe rush hour delays. The carriageway is expected to remain shut until early afternoon.
Man bites passenger's finger, threatens to kill on train
A man bit a passenger's finger and threatened to kill people on a London train. British Transport Police have released a CCTV image to identify him.
Leah Rawlins, 27, runs TfL's busiest station
Leah Rawlins, 27, manages Tottenham Court Road, TfL's busiest station with 63.4m annual passengers, overseeing 120 staff.
Brent Council reviews blue sacks amid recycling failures
Brent Council concedes its recycling performance 'is not good enough' and will review the unpopular blue sack scheme, with a 30% recycling rate and a petition of 3,500 signatures.
Bus driver's top 5 passenger annoyances on public transport
A London bus driver lists the five most irritating passenger behaviors, from not having passes ready to pressing the stop bell unnecessarily.
Europe's longest ferry: 36-hour UK to Spain journey
Europe's longest ferry journey takes 36 hours from Portsmouth to Bilbao, Spain. Brittany Ferries offers cabins, Spanish food, and a sundeck. Prices from £231.
TfL Restructures Bus Routes 19 and 38 Over Public Objections
TfL confirms restructuring of bus routes 19 and 38 from November 2026, despite 64-72% of users opposing changes, citing unfair impact on elderly and vulnerable.
Cuckmere Haven: Crowd-free beach under 2 hours from London
Cuckmere Haven Beach in East Sussex offers a tranquil alternative to crowded seaside spots like Brighton, with easy access from London in under 2 hours.
80 firefighters tackle Wood Green blaze near tube station
Eighty firefighters and 12 engines were called to a fire on High Road in Wood Green near Turnpike Lane tube station. Fifteen people were led to safety, two taken to hospital for smoke inhalation.
Sudoku 7372 Easy Puzzle Solution and Tips
Solve Sudoku 7372 easy with step-by-step logic. Learn strategies to complete the grid quickly. Perfect for beginners.
London bus fare freeze extended until November, 10p rise ahead
London bus fares frozen until November 2026, then single fare to rise 10p to £1.85. Daily cap up 30p to £5.55. Mayor cites cost-of-living support.
West London Tube station 'overlooked for decades' as TfL slow
London Assembly Member James Small-Edwards criticises TfL for slow progress on upgrading Shepherd's Bush Market station, with residents demanding step-free access and modernisation.
Adam Sandler's marriage advice: 'Keep kissing'
Adam Sandler officiated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's $20M wedding at Madison Square Garden, advising them to 'keep kissing,' per Chiefs coach Andy Reid.
School Street plan sparks fears of 3-mile Tube detour
A petition against a proposed School Street near South Kenton station claims it would force a three-mile diversion for motorists, impacting disabled residents.
Ride a vintage 1930s tube train in London this month
London Transport Museum offers nostalgic trips on the Metropolitan Line via 1930s heritage tube or 1950s train carriages on July 25-26.
Heathrow Reminds Passengers to Empty Water Bottles Before Security
Heathrow Airport issues reminder for busy summer: empty reusable water bottles before security, then refill at over 100 touchless stations. CT scanners now allow liquids up to 2 litres.
Four rescued after motorboat fire off Scilly coast
Four people were rescued from a flaming motorboat 20 miles off the Isles of Scilly after an engine explosion. The RNLI lifeboat crew extracted them as black smoke poured from the saloon.
Berlin Wall piece in London garden sparks neighbour row
A property developer installed a 3.1m section of the Berlin Wall in his Dulwich garden, prompting a neighbour to file a planning complaint with Southwark Council.
Brooklyn Bridge fire during July 4 fireworks for US 250th
The Brooklyn Bridge caught fire during the Macy's July 4 fireworks show, with four blazes ignited by pyrotechnics. No injuries were reported, and the fire was extinguished by 10pm.
Mildmay Line: London's Most Unreliable Overground Route
The Mildmay line is the worst London Overground route, with constant delays and cancellations, according to a Londoner's experience and FOI data showing poor performance.
Old Tube route that took Londoners to the seaside
The District line once ran from Ealing Broadway to Shoeburyness, taking Londoners directly to Southend-on-Sea. The service operated from 1910 to 1939.
Free Santander Cycles every Sunday in July 2026
TfL offers free Santander Cycles Day Passes every Sunday in July 2026 using promo codes for unlimited 60-minute rides. E-bikes also accessible.
Cheapest padel in London: Map shows prices from £20
An interactive map reveals the cheapest places to play padel in London, with prices starting at £20 per hour at Playtime Padel Clubs in Kingston.
Eel Pie Island opens to public for first time
Eel Pie Island, a private island in the River Thames, opens to the public on July 4-5 and 11-12, 2026, with free tickets for two-hour visits to explore its art scene.
Tube maximum journey time rule could double your Oyster fare
Exceeding Oyster card maximum travel times on the London Underground could result in a penalty charge of double the maximum fare, with times varying by zone and time of day.
Casualty off July 4, returns July 11 with Lethal Legacy ep 10
Casualty is not airing on Saturday July 4 due to Wimbledon and FIFA World Cup coverage. The next episode of Lethal Legacy will air on BBC One on July 11 at 8:50pm.
Royal Mail ends Saturday Second Class deliveries
Royal Mail has permanently abolished Saturday deliveries for Second Class letters, now delivering on alternating weekdays, approved by Ofcom to cut costs as letter volumes drop.
Lewisham tops London in e-bike and scooter fires; boy, 12, died
Lewisham had the highest number of e-bike and scooter battery fires in London homes in 2025, including a fatal incident that killed 12-year-old Fabian Henry, London Fire Brigade reveals.
Ruislip Lido safety crisis: resident warns of disaster
A resident near Ruislip Lido warns of a public safety crisis due to illegal parking, blocked emergency access, and ignored swimming bans, accusing Hillingdon Council of negligence.
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