Khan rejects West London Orbital extension beyond Hounslow
Mayor Sadiq Khan has ruled out extending the West London Orbital beyond Hounslow, citing capacity constraints on South Western Railway services between Windsor and Reading.
Category : Transport
M25 closed near St Albans due to police incident
M25 is closed in both directions between J21a and J22 near St Albans after a police incident, causing miles of queues. Reopening time unknown.
Arrest after railway incident near St Mary Cray station
A person was taken to safety and another arrested on suspicion of obstructing the railway after a police incident near St Mary Cray station in Orpington at 5.10am on October 14.
TfL urged to 'get a grip' as half-term tram disruption threatens Croydon
TfL faces calls to 'get a grip' as half-term tram closures from October 24 to November 5 threaten to isolate New Addington's 20,000 residents, with no rail links and limited buses.
Ealing Council approves new powers to seize nuisance e-bikes
Ealing Council has approved new powers to seize e-bikes that pose a danger or nuisance, with operators fined and required to reimburse removal costs.
A212 Wellesley Road Blocked After Croydon Crash
A crash on the A212 Wellesley Road in Croydon has blocked the road in both directions, causing major delays and bus diversions this afternoon.
Hammersmith C9 cycleway backed for permanent status
Hammersmith and Fulham Council backs TfL's permanent C9 cycleway on Hammersmith Road, linking Kensington Olympia to Brentford, despite resident safety concerns.
No direct London-Stansted trains this weekend
No direct trains from Liverpool Street to Stansted Airport on Oct 17-18 due to track repairs. Passengers advised to travel via Cambridge at no extra cost.
Heathrow boss warns PM: back third runway or lose billions
Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye warns PM Burnham that without third runway backing, £33bn investment could go to Spain or Italy, risking UK jobs and growth.
Croydon tram line to close for 13 days for maintenance
Trams east of East Croydon will be replaced by buses from Oct 24 to Nov 5 for track renewal, including the Sandilands tunnel and Kent Gate Way crossing.
Tube crime reporting flaws deter victims, watchdog finds
London TravelWatch finds 'fundamental flaws' in Tube crime reporting, deterring victims. Only two in five report incidents despite four in five saying they would.
East Londoners frustrated by scattered e-bikes on streets
Residents in Tower Hamlets are fed up with dockless e-bikes left on pavements. Companies say fines apply in no-parking zones, and the Mayor backs new rules.
Bus drivers still denied toilet access despite Khan pledge
A quarter of London bus routes have only one toilet for drivers. Despite Sadiq Khan's 2022 pledge, a route 330 driver was refused access at Wanstead Park station.
South Tottenham station shortlisted for World Cup of Stations award
South Tottenham Overground station, transformed by staff into a community garden, is among 20 finalists for the World Cup of Stations 2026, with voting open until October 18.
Woolwich temple fears parking permit plan will hurt seva
Worshippers at a Hindu temple in Woolwich say Greenwich Council's parking permit plan for St Margarets Grove could reduce seva and attendance, despite a petition with over 800 signatures.
Westminster e-bike crackdown: 5,000 fines, 1,000 seizures
Westminster Council has issued over 5,000 fines and seized 1,000 dockless bikes since April 2026, a seven-fold increase, but opposition says it's not enough.
Overcrowded Sutton S4 bus route to get extra peak services
TfL will add four weekday journeys on Sutton's S4 bus route from November 1 to ease peak-time overcrowding, following months of campaigning by MP Bobby Dean and residents.
TfL confirms DLR new train rollout timeline until 2030
TfL has confirmed the rollout timeline for 54 new DLR trains, with full completion expected by February 2030 and capacity increasing by 10%.
Tube inspector faces dismissal after intervening in attack
A Tube inspector faces possible dismissal after intervening during an attack on TfL staff. The RMT says he used minimum force, but TfL has referred him to disciplinary proceedings.
Croydon Southern trains: Late-night changes and bus replacements
Southern trains in Croydon face late-night changes from October 12-15 due to engineering work, with buses replacing trains after 11.55pm and several services diverted or terminated.
Kate and Charlotte Tube Trip Sparks Mixed Reactions
Princess Kate and Princess Charlotte rode the Elizabeth line on Saturday, but some passengers called the outing a 'stunt' while others praised the royal's parenting.
TfL proposes scrapping 415 bus route in south London
TfL consults on withdrawing the 415 bus between Tulse Hill and Old Kent Road, extending the 333 instead. Passengers face changes.
Lidl Swanley store complete but roundabout works continue
Lidl's Swanley store is complete and ready to trade, but the five-arm roundabout outside is still under construction, with opening targeted for early next year.
Southeastern late-night train cancellations and diversions this week
Southeastern passengers face late-night train cancellations and diversions this week, including Bromley North-Grove Park closures and bus replacements for Kent coast services.
Stanmore Station's Confusing Platform Numbering Explained
Stanmore station on the Jubilee line has platforms numbered 2, 1, 3, confusing commuters for years. The oddity stems from a third platform added in 2011, 74 years after the station opened in 1932.
£5.8m Lewisham Lotto Jackpot Among Unclaimed Prizes
A £5.8m Lotto jackpot in Lewisham is among over £7m in unclaimed National Lottery prizes across London, with deadlines approaching.
Southern trains disrupted in Croydon this Sunday
Southern trains face major changes Sunday October 11 due to engineering work in Streatham and East Croydon, with diversions, suspensions, and amended timetables affecting London Victoria services.
Six Tube Stations Named After Historic Pubs
Six London Underground stations, including Angel and Royal Oak, derive their names from historic pubs, some still open today. Discover the stories behind these iconic boozers.
Arsenal and Chelsea Fans Face Tube Disruption This Weekend
Arsenal Tube station is closed for repairs, and Fulham Broadway won't be served on the District line this weekend, causing delays for fans heading to Premier League matches.
M25 vehicle fire shuts all lanes between Orpington and M26
A vehicle fire on the M25 clockwise halted all traffic between J4 Orpington and J5 M26 on Tuesday afternoon, causing queues. The incident was first reported at around 4.20pm.
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