Why London's Oyster card got its name and the alternatives
London's Oyster card, launched in 2003, was nearly called Pulse or Gem. The name was chosen for its 'fresh' feel, with no transport link, and cost TfL £1 million to buy from TranSys in 2010.
Category : TfL News
Eltham club seeks longer hours after stabbing probe
GB10 Sports Club in Eltham applies to extend opening hours and alcohol sales after police found no failings following an April stabbing; council to decide Aug 25.
London Tube closures: Full list of weekend disruptions
Multiple London Underground lines face closures this weekend for engineering works, including the Piccadilly, Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines.
District line weekend closures as TfL modernisation continues
No District line trains until 10.30am Saturday, with western half closed until 2pm as part of TfL's £5.5bn modernisation project.
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Edgware Road Tube Closed Amid Police Incident
Edgware Road Tube station closed Friday evening as police respond to a major incident, with cordons and traffic disruption in central London.
UK Railways Brace for Extreme Weather as El Niño Intensifies
Britain's railway faces another brutal summer as a developing El Niño could break heat records. Experts urge adaptation after two derailments during August's heatwave.
PS5 Blackout: PlayStation boycott set for August 23-30
Gamers plan a week-long PS5 blackout from August 23-30, 2026, to protest Sony's decision to stop producing physical discs after 2027.
Met Police issue face covering powers in Clapham, Vauxhall
Met Police have granted Section 60AA powers in Clapham and Vauxhall this weekend, allowing officers to remove face coverings suspected of hiding identity amid a spate of robberies.
BTP probes Tube assault after man pushes woman on Circle line
British Transport Police investigate an assault on a Circle line train at 8.30am on July 28, after a man pushed a woman who was saved from falling by passengers.
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London Assembly urges ban on L-plate moped delivery riders
London Assembly passes motion urging UK Government to ban provisional licence moped riders from commercial food delivery work, citing safety risks and CBT abuse.
Free airport security fast track at Luton and Manchester
Two UK airports offer free or low-cost pre-booked security slots, letting you skip queues. Luton's Prebook Security is free; Manchester's Timeslot costs up to £4.99.
BTP release CCTV after teen robbed on South London train
British Transport Police release CCTV images of four boys after a teenager's phone was stolen on a train between Beckenham Junction and Shortlands on July 22.
Mastermind contestant stuns with TfL moquette seat design knowledge
Emily Medhurst, a health policy researcher, impressed viewers with niche TfL moquette knowledge on Mastermind, scoring eight points and going viral.
Search underway for man missing from cruise ship in North Sea
A man is feared to have gone overboard from Ambassador's Ambition cruise ship in the North Sea. A large search and rescue operation is underway off Scotland's coast.
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FromSoftware hints at single-player return after The Duskbloods
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki says the studio still focuses on single-player games, despite recent multiplayer titles, ahead of The Duskbloods network test.
Controlled explosion on suitcases in Golders Green
Police carried out a controlled explosion on two suitcases at a Golders Green bus stop after reports of potentially suspicious packages. The items were confirmed non-suspicious, and enquiries continue.
TfL warns of 'convincing army scam' after commuter loses £20
A commuter was scammed out of £20 at Canary Wharf DLR by a man posing as a soldier. TfL urges passengers to report suspicious behaviour to staff or police.
Three London Underground Lines to Shut Saturday Morning
The entire Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines will be closed until 10:30am on Saturday, August 22, as TfL nears the end of a major modernisation project. Part of the Metropolitan line will also be affected.
London Tube and Train Disruption August 22-23 2026: Full List
Circle, District, Metropolitan, Piccadilly and Hammersmith & City lines face major closures on August 22-23 2026. Full TfL travel disruption details and alternative routes for Londoners this weekend.
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Nintendo Switch 2 UK price hike: £429.99 from September 1
Nintendo confirms the Switch 2 will cost £429.99 in the UK from September 1, a £24 increase. Buyers have under two weeks to secure the console at its original £395.99 price.
BTP seeks woman after racial abuse on Victoria line Tube
British Transport Police release CCTV image of a woman after passengers on a Victoria line train were subjected to racial abuse between Victoria and Oxford Circus on July 30.
London Wildlife Trust applies for alcohol licence at Grosvenor Square
The London Wildlife Trust has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol and play music at The Wheatsheaf Building in Grosvenor Square, sparking resident concerns over noise and public nuisance.
London Night Tube 10 Years: 67 Million Journeys
London's Night Tube celebrates its 10th anniversary. Since August 2016, 67 million journeys have been made, cutting average night travel times by 20 minutes per trip, according to TfL.
Man, 33, found dead at Charlton Athletic's stadium
A 33-year-old man was found dead at The Valley, Charlton Athletic's stadium, on Tuesday morning. Police are investigating a possible fall from height.
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London Tube chaos: Hammersmith and City line halted
A fire alert at Farringdon halts the entire Hammersmith and City line, causing severe delays on the Circle line and suspensions on the Windrush line this morning.
National Grid boosts North West London power for 5 data centres
National Grid plans a new substation, 60km of cable, and 200km of overhead line upgrades to power five data centres in North West London, ensuring reliable electricity.
Wetherspoons customers back ban on loud phones in pubs
Wetherspoons patrons in London welcome Tim Martin's ban on speakerphone calls and loud music, citing peace and consideration for others.
Battlefield 6 Free Trial vs Modern Warfare 4 Beta
EA makes Battlefield 6 free from Aug 18-25, overlapping Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's beta, as it adds a Top Gun crossover to lure players.
West Midlands buses to be brought under public control
West Midlands to take public control of bus network, backed by £11.5m government funding, protecting thousands of jobs after National Express parent exit.
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Car Blown Up by Police Outside King's Cross Station
Met Police carried out a controlled explosion on an unattended car outside King's Cross St Pancras, causing delays to Eurostar and East Midlands Railway services.
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