Best London Lidos and Pools for Bank Holiday Weekend
Discover London's top lidos, ponds, and outdoor pools to beat the heat this Bank Holiday weekend, from Tooting Bec to Hampstead Heath.
Discover London's top lidos, ponds, and outdoor pools to beat the heat this Bank Holiday weekend, from Tooting Bec to Hampstead Heath.
A new Flibco coach service from Finsbury Park, Wood Green, and Enfield to Stansted Airport offers fares from £6.32, providing a cheaper and greener alternative to train or car travel.
Get the full early May Bank Holiday weather forecast for London, May 2-4 2026. Met Office predicts sunny Saturday, rainy Sunday, and cloudy Monday.
Croydon Council halves controversial yellow box junction after it generated nearly £2 million in fines over a decade, following criticism from London Tribunals.
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RecommendedZakaria Senouci, 27, stole a Patek Philippe watch worth £30,000 from a 73-year-old man in London, causing the victim to plan to move abroad. Senouci was sentenced to 3 years 9 months.
Bahrain 'Baha' Mujagata, 21, became London's youngest black cab driver after passing 'The Knowledge' in just over two years, overcoming pronunciation challenges and adapting to UK weather.
Transport for London has confirmed comprehensive new regulations for London's pedicabs, including maximum fare limits, mandatory safety checks, and a ban on loud music to curb disruption and overcharging.
A predatory taxi driver has been sentenced to nine years for raping a sleeping passenger in Aberystwyth, after exploiting her vulnerability and attempting to cover up the crime.
Connor Dill from Bromley becomes Britain's youngest black cab driver after passing the Knowledge at 20, sharing his journey and views on driverless cabs.
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RecommendedWaymo's autonomous taxis are set to debut in London this year. Learn how the technology works, when you can hail one, and what this means for the future of transport.
Hyde Park and British Museum lead London's most requested Uber destinations in 2025, while Edinburgh and Glasgow surpass the capital for late-night activity according to new ride-hailing data.
Waymo has announced its phased plan to introduce self-driving taxis in London, with passenger trials potentially starting in April and full app-based service by September, pending government approval.
Family and community mourn Christopher Bottoms, a former Met Police officer turned black cab driver, killed in a collision in Aveley that also claimed an 18-year-old's life.
Footage shows a Seat Leon hitting 120mph on a residential road 24 hours before a head-on collision killed four people in Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses.
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RecommendedUber faces a driver revolt as new contractual changes, designed to avoid a major VAT bill, spark fury. Drivers threaten to switch to rivals or protest. Uber insists the move keeps fares low.
Four people have died and five are injured after a car and taxi crashed in Bolton. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses. Read the latest.
Uber unveils its custom robotaxi at CES 2026, aiming for 100,000 by 2027. This move promises efficiency but spells the end for human drivers like 'Gary'. Will London's streets be the ultimate test?
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.
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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RecommendedLondoners face higher Uber and Bolt fares as a new VAT rule comes into force, ending a tax scheme for ride-hailing apps. The move aims to level the playing field with black cabs.
Jake Neaves and Jenson Seal died after a Tesla taxi crashed into a tree in Hurst Green. The driver has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses.
A new report reveals London taxi fares are among the highest globally, with a 5km ride costing £17.26. Discover which cities top the list and why prices are so volatile.
Self-driving taxis are set for London in 2026 after Uber, Lyft and Baidu announced a major partnership. Experts warn fully driverless cabs may still be decades away.
US ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft, partnering with China's Baidu, will launch autonomous taxi trials in London in 2026, marking a major step in the UK's self-driving revolution. Discover the details and implications.
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RecommendedChinese tech giant Baidu plans to launch its self-driving Apollo Go taxis in London in 2026, partnering with Lyft and Uber. The vehicles feature luxury amenities like massage seats and panoramic roofs.
A Stafford cab driver earning £20,000 a year explains how the Autumn Budget's frozen tax thresholds and new EV mileage duty will hit his family's finances. Read his story and the expert analysis.
Bolt criticises a proposed 20% VAT on taxi fares as 'harmful', launching a new feature letting drivers set prices. The trial shows drivers earning 25% more.
London cabbies demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves close a VAT loophole they say gives Uber an unfair advantage. Could the Budget raise £1bn? Read the full story.
The death of KitKat, a popular corner shop cat, by a self-driving car has sparked fury and safety concerns as Waymo plans London expansion.