Uninsured drivers could see fines double to £600
UK government plans to double fines for uninsured drivers to £600 in a bid to improve road safety and reduce insurance premiums for law-abiding motorists.
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London's Underground station that closed after 2 years
Discover the story of Brill Underground Station, a remote Tube stop in Buckinghamshire that saw minimal passengers and closed just two years after joining the network. Sign up for our weekly Tube newsletter!
Fatal M2 crash closes motorway, man dies
A major motorway is shut after a collision between a Tesla and a Yamaha motorcycle left a man dead. Get the latest traffic updates and diversion advice here.
Sacked train worker served sausage rolls from bin
A London North Eastern Railway (LNER) host was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and serving sausage rolls from a kitchen bin to first-class passengers. Read the full tribunal details.
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Train crew served sausage rolls from bin to first class
A London North Eastern Railway employee was dismissed for gross misconduct after retrieving and reheating sausage rolls from a bin for passengers. An employment tribunal has upheld the decision.
Met Office Snow Warning Disrupts UK Travel
The Met Office issues a yellow warning for snow and ice across five UK regions, with up to 8cm forecast. Commuters face travel chaos on roads and railways. Here's what to expect and how to stay safe.
Harrow road closures: Full January list and diversions
Key roads in Harrow face closures for utility works in January. Scot Grove reopens but Buckland Rise shuts until March. See the full list and plan your journey.
London's Last Tube Drinking Party: 2008 Ban Anniversary
It's been 18 years since the infamous 'Last Orders' party on the London Underground before Boris Johnson's alcohol ban. We revisit the chaos, controversy, and lasting impact of the 2008 prohibition.
Man dies in van crash with parked car in Fife
A 47-year-old man died after his Mercedes Sprinter van collided with a parked Skoda in Boarhills. Police seek witnesses and dash-cam footage from the scene.
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Cutty Sark DLR station escalator replacement underway
New escalators have been delivered to the long-closed Cutty Sark DLR station in Greenwich. The station will remain shut until at least Spring 2026 for the major upgrade. Read more on the local impact and travel alternatives.
St Pancras to End Diesel Train Pollution by 2026
East Midlands Railway's new bi-mode Aurora trains will cut emissions and noise at St Pancras, marking a milestone in UK rail decarbonisation. Discover the future of cleaner travel.
Heathrow raises drop-off charge to £7
Heathrow Airport has increased its drop-off fee to £7, days after London City announced its own charge. Find out the latest costs and driver reactions.
Skull Fractured in London Underground Attack at Bank
Police hunt five after a man was pushed head-first down a staircase at Bank Tube station, suffering a fractured skull. Two victims were seriously injured in the pre-Christmas assault.
Major Brent road closures set for January disruption
Key roads in Wembley and Willesden face long-term closures for utility works this January, causing major traffic disruption. Find diversion routes and details here.
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Sutton road closures: Full list for Jan-Feb 2026
Major roadworks and closures planned across Sutton borough in early 2026. Check our list for disruptions in Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington and Sutton town centre.
Ardrossan Harbour nationalisation deal at advanced stage
The Scottish government is in advanced negotiations to buy and upgrade Ardrossan Harbour, a key step to resuming ferry services to the Isle of Arran. Read the latest on the 'ferry fiasco' resolution.
Vintage London Tube Photos Show 1970s & 80s Commute
Step back in time with nostalgic photos of the London Underground from the 1970s and 80s. See commuters reading papers, smoking, and even a platform quartet! Discover how the Tube has changed.
Kensington and Chelsea January roadworks and closures
Essential maintenance by TfL, Thames Water and others will cause road closures and traffic delays across Kensington and Chelsea throughout January. Plan your journey.
Manhunt after Bank Tube station attack fractures victim's skull
British Transport Police seek witnesses after a serious assault at Bank Underground station left one victim with a fractured skull. A separate incident at Balham station is also under investigation.
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Pensioner killed and carried a mile in Kent hit-and-run
An 89-year-old retired dentist was killed in a hit-and-run in Gillingham, Kent, and carried on the car for a mile. Two men have been charged. Read the family's tribute.
Grandfather, 89, killed in hit-and-run, dragged a mile
The family of Tom Wallace, 89, pay tribute after he was killed in a hit-and-run on the A289 in Gillingham. Two men have been charged. Read the full story.
Major London road closures for essential works in Jan 2026
Essential maintenance works across Westminster will cause significant road and lane closures on Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, and other key routes in January 2026. Plan your journey.
Hate crimes surge on UK transport, victim shares story
A journalist recounts being racially abused on a London bus as new figures show a rise in hate crimes on British transport. Discover the impact and where to get support.
Morden crash injures two, driver arrested
A woman and man were hospitalised after a two-car collision on Central Road, Morden, in the early hours of New Year's Day. Police have arrested a 30-year-old man and are appealing for witnesses.
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Writer Michelle Law on her mother's life-shaping idiom
Australian writer Michelle Law reflects on her mother's Cantonese mantra, '要靚唔要命' (you want beauty, you don't want life), and how it shaped her journey from risk-averse teen to practical mother. Read her personal story.
Scottish Islanders Campaign for Undersea Tunnels
Shetland and Western Isles residents argue ageing ferries drive depopulation. Campaigners push for undersea tunnels, citing Scandinavian success, as a modern solution for island connectivity.
Uber rewrites driver contracts to avoid new VAT rules
Uber has restructured its UK contracts to sidestep a new 20% VAT charge on fares outside London, a move that could impact millions in Treasury revenue. Discover the full story.
Officer injured setting up cordon after Ealing crash
A police officer was run over while establishing a cordon for a two-car collision on Uxbridge Road, Ealing. The road was closed for eight hours. No arrests have been made.
North Circular crash injures woman and police officer
A woman and a Met Police officer were hospitalised after a two-car collision and a secondary incident on the A406 in Ealing. The road remains closed, causing major traffic disruption.
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Uber London fares to rise after tax scheme closure
Private hire firms like Uber can no longer use a VAT loophole, a move hailed by black cab drivers but set to increase passenger costs in London. Discover the impact.
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