All London's 2026 transport upgrades and new services
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Category : TfL News
Northern Line Bank Branch early closures for 4 months
A key section of the Northern line will close early four nights a week until late May for essential track work. Plan your late journeys between Camden Town and Kennington now.
Rail slogan 'See It, Say It, Sorted' widely misheard
For years, UK rail users have misheard the British Transport Police's safety tagline as 'Sort It' instead of 'Sorted'. Discover the confusion and the correct message to stay safe.
Bakerloop bus route revenue doubles TfL forecasts
TfL's new Bakerloop bus service has carried 367,000 passengers and generated £231,000 in just 10 weeks, more than double initial projections. Discover the impact of this interim solution ahead of the Bakerloo line extension.
London Victoria Line suspended, commuters stranded
Major signal failure at Green Park halts entire Victoria Line, trapping passengers underground. Severe delays also hit Bakerloo and Windrush lines. Latest updates.
Severe delays on Piccadilly Line due to signal failure
Commuters face major disruption on London's Piccadilly line after a signal failure at Rayners Lane. Delays expected between Acton Town and Rayners Lane. Check for updates.
Six London bus routes proposed for cuts or changes
Transport for London proposes major cuts to six popular bus routes, including the 19 and 38, due to post-pandemic passenger decline. Have your say in the public consultation.
TfL's Bakerloo Line Heineken Rebrand Contains Awkward Error
An eagle-eyed passenger spots a station order error in TfL's Bakerloo line Heineken rebrand. Could the ad campaign confuse commuters? Read the full story.
TfL: No plans to rezone Watford stations despite fare anger
Watford passengers pay double the fare of similar-distance commuters. TfL confirms no rezoning plans, despite a 5.8% fare hike in March. Campaigners demand fairer pricing.
Bakerloo Line rebranded 'Bakerl0.0' for two-week campaign
London's Bakerloo line is temporarily renamed 'Bakerl0.0' as TfL partners with Heineken 0.0, offering free alcohol-free beer and suspending the tube drinking ban. Discover the details and how to get your free drink.
Southgate Tube station exit-only for 2 months
Commuters vent fury as Southgate's Piccadilly line station becomes exit-only until mid-March for escalator repairs, forcing lengthy bus diversions. TfL apologises for disruption.
Tube cleaning outsourced to Mitie despite union criticism
Transport for London awards cleaning contract to Mitie for five years, sparking RMT union fury. Mayor Khan commits to in-house service pilot. Full details on the decision.
New 24/7 team to tackle London Underground graffiti
Transport for London awards Mitie a new five-year cleaning contract, establishing a dedicated 24/7 team to combat worsening graffiti on the Tube network. The intelligence-led plan follows public backlash.
Major TfL closures and bus strikes this weekend
Plan your journey: Major closures on Tube, Overground, DLR & Elizabeth lines, plus bus strikes, will disrupt London travel from Jan 9-11. Full details here.
Why London Tube repairs are slower than Paris Metro
Transport for London reveals how Victorian-era design hampers Underground upgrades, leading to more delays and closures. Discover the funding gap and future plans.
Uber's 2026 Robotaxi Plan for London Revealed
Uber confirms autonomous ride services for London in 2026, triggering a major shift in control over pricing, liability and data. Discover the real impact beyond transport.
UK Readers Clash Over Public Transport Music Etiquette
Metro readers are fiercely debating the etiquette of playing music out loud on buses and trains. Is it ever acceptable, or is it pure selfishness? Join the conversation.
Severe Tube Delays on Multiple Lines This Morning
Major disruption on London Underground with severe delays on Elizabeth and Piccadilly lines. Check your journey before travel and allow extra time.
Coroner rules pensioner's Tube death was avoidable
A coroner has ruled the death of Brian Mitchell, 72, who was hit by four Tube trains at Stratford station, could have been prevented. Safety concerns over automated systems are raised.
London Tube Delays: Elizabeth, Circle & District Lines Hit
Londoners face a second day of travel misery with severe delays on the Elizabeth, Circle and District lines. Get the latest updates and alternative travel advice here.
Severe delays hit five London Underground lines
Five Tube lines face severe delays this morning, including Circle line suspension and District line issues. Get the latest travel updates and alternative route advice here.
Jubilee line 18-month works start, no Tube closures
Transport for London begins critical 18-month trackside works near Queensbury station, promising no Jubilee line closures. Residents warned of road disruption from large vehicles. Get the latest travel updates.
Woman sexually assaulted on London Overground train
British Transport Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a London Overground train between Hackney Downs and Liverpool Street. The incident occurred on a Saturday evening in late March.
London 2026 transport changes: fares, trains, congestion charge
Major 2026 changes for London: Tube fares up to 7.1%, new Piccadilly line trains, five Superloop routes, and a new £18 congestion charge. Full details here.
Tube and Overground closures hit London this weekend
Major engineering work will shut sections of the Piccadilly, Mildmay, Elizabeth and DLR lines from January 2-4. Plan your journey with our full list of TfL disruptions for January 2026.
Southgate Tube station exit-only for two months
Southgate Underground station will operate as exit-only from 6 January to mid-March 2026 for escalator works. Commuters must use bus routes to nearby stations. Check TfL Go for alternatives.
Racial and religious hate on UK transport up 40%
Shocking new data reveals a 40% rise in hate incidents on UK public transport. Read the full report and learn what's being done to tackle this crisis.
New Year's Day Tube closures and bus diversions in London
Plan your New Year's Day journeys in London with key Tube lines closed, bus diversions for the parade, and special service schedules across TfL networks. Check all the essential travel updates here.
New York City Retires MetroCard After 30 Years
New York City's iconic MetroCard has been officially retired, replaced by the OMNY contactless payment system. Discover the history and what this means for millions of daily commuters.
London NYE Travel: Full List of TfL Changes & Closures
Your essential guide to Transport for London's New Year's Eve travel changes. Find out about station closures, all-night services, and whether free travel is offered for the 2025 celebrations.
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