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Category : Roads Traffic
Police Incident Closes A205 Stanstead Road in Lewisham
A police incident has shut the A205 Stanstead Road in both directions near Catford, causing bus diversions for routes 171 and 185. Emergency services are at the scene.
Lawnmower Noise: Summer Sound Could Cost You £5,000
The hum of lawnmowers is a summer staple, but it can also lead to neighbour disputes and fines up to £5,000. Know the rules to avoid legal trouble.
EU Checks Suspended at Dover Amid Travel Delays
French police suspended extra EU border checks at Dover as holidaymakers faced over two-hour waits in hot weather. The port invoked EES article 9 to ease processing.
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Man in 70s Dies in Clapham High Street Lorry Crash
A man in his 70s died after a collision with a lorry on Clapham High Street. Despite paramedics' efforts, he was pronounced dead. Police investigate.
UK Braces for Long Hot Traffic Queues Amid Extra Border Checks
Nearly 19 million drivers expected on UK roads over bank holiday weekend, with heavy traffic due to heat and extra border checks at Dover.
Three dead in Northumberland A1 crash, one injured
Three people died and one was seriously injured after a two-car crash on the A1 near Alnwick, Northumberland. The road has seen multiple collisions recently.
Merton Road Resurfacing and Repairs List 2026/27
Merton Council, TfL, and utility providers are resurfacing roads in Mitcham, Morden, Raynes Park, Wimbledon. Full list of works from May 2026 to November 2026.
Man Dies in Barnet Car Crash; Driver Arrested
A man in his 20s died after a collision between a Volkswagen Golf and a Nissan Qashqai in Whetstone, Barnet. The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
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M25 Crash Causes 45-Minute Delays Near Guildford
A crash involving a van on the M25 clockwise near Guildford caused 6-mile queues and 45-minute delays during rush hour. Police and traffic officers are on scene.
Fatal Crash Shuts Road Outside Oval Tube Station
A fatal crash on Kennington Park Road outside Oval Tube station has shut the road for several hours. Police and emergency services remain on scene, with bus diversions in place.
Witham Roadworks: 11 Years and Counting
Roadworks on the A12 bridge in Witham, Essex, have been ongoing since 2015, with no end in sight. Locals and businesses face daily disruptions, and the project may take another year.
Brent Road Closures: Willesden and Dollis Hill Shut for Months
Several roads in Brent will close for months due to utility works, including Churchill Road in Willesden until late July. Union Road in Wembley reopens after water works.
Harrow Road Closures May 2026: Edgware Street Reopens
A street in Edgware closed since March for gas works is set to reopen in May. Meanwhile, multiple road closures in Harrow, including Norman Crescent, continue into June.
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Fulham Crash: Car Hits Planter and Parklet on Wandsworth Bridge Road
A car crashed into a planter on Wandsworth Bridge Road in Fulham, causing damage to the parklet. No injuries were reported, reigniting safety concerns.
Van Driver Who Killed Grandmother on M4 Spared Jail
Barry O'Sullivan, 45, avoided immediate jail for causing the death of Pulvinder Dhillon, 68, on a smart motorway with a malfunctioning safety alert system.
Thames Water fined £10k for dangerous Chelsea works
Kensington and Chelsea Council prosecutes Thames Water after safety failures at Seymour Walk site left public exposed to hazards including improper barriers and dangerous equipment.
Driver Hits 135mph for Chinese Takeaway
Police in County Antrim stopped a Mitsubishi Evo driver doing over 135mph on a 60mph road, who claimed they were rushing to get Chinese food. The incident highlights broader speeding dangers across UK roads.
Uxbridge Crash: Woman Critical, Two Arrested on Drug Charges
A 35-year-old woman is fighting for her life after a serious two-car collision in Uxbridge. Two men from her vehicle were arrested on suspicion of drug and weapon offenses.
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A40 Westway Reopens, Weekend Closures Continue Until June
The A40 Westway reopens after a month-long closure for critical safety work, but drivers face four weekend shutdowns at Westway roundabout from April to June.
Learner Driver Charged Over Fatal Melbourne Comic Con Crash
A 33-year-old unlicensed learner driver has been charged after a car struck pedestrians outside Supanova Comic Con, killing one man and seriously injuring another at Melbourne Showgrounds.
Teen's Car Dangles on Highway, Truckers Rescue
A teenage driver's Datsun got stuck dangling off a median strip on the Hume Highway. Fearing harassment, she asked truckers for help and received an unexpected act of kindness.
Two Killed in M90 Crash After Car Drives Wrong Way in Scotland
Two drivers died in a head-on collision on the M90 near Kinross after a car was seen traveling north on the southbound carriageway. Police Scotland are investigating.
Wrong-Way M20 Crash: Driver's Motives Unknown, Says Coroner
A man performed a U-turn on the M20, drove five miles against traffic, and died in a head-on collision. Coroner cites drug use but no clear reason for his actions.
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Car Rams Melbourne Comic Con Pavement, Killing One
A tragic incident at Supanova Comic Con in Melbourne left one dead and another critically injured after a car mounted the pavement. Police have arrested a man as investigations continue.
Wrong-Way Motorway Death Mystery: Coroner's Verdict
A coroner has concluded that the reason a driver turned around and drove five miles the wrong way on the M20 before a fatal head-on collision will never be known. Aidan Walsh, 28, had cocaine and cannabis in his system.
Audi Driver Banned After Crash That Flipped Army Vehicle
A motorist has been banned from driving for a year after causing a crash that wrecked a military Land Rover, leaving one person with a suspected broken back and another with a head injury.
Hanger Lane Gyratory: London's Most Stressful Junction Tested
A reporter's firsthand account of tackling the notorious Hanger Lane Gyratory in Ealing, revealing the chaos and congestion of one of Britain's worst roundabouts.
Tributes for Motorcyclist Killed in Hertfordshire Crash
Stephanos Tsirpis, 39, died in a collision in Hatfield. His family remembers him as a devoted husband and son who brought joy to all.
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Man Killed in M1 Horror Crash Involving £32,000 Alfa Romeo
A man in his 30s died after his blue Alfa Romeo Giulia crashed into a barrier on the M1 slip road at junction 12 and came to a stop in a nearby field early Tuesday morning.
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