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London Underground Service: Full list of TfL stations affected this weekend

Users can check planned weekend closures on the London Underground through the TfL app or website for effective planning. [ more ]

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London's weekly railway news

Public transport challenges in London highlighted with issues in various rail services. [ more ]

Time Out London

Higher fines for tube fare evasion are now in force - here's how much you could get charged

Fare dodgers cost TfL £150 million per year

TfL has increased penalties for fare evasion and implemented new measures like AI technology and body cameras. [ more ]

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The full list of London Underground tube closures for the first weekend in March

Weekend closures for London Underground services

Use TfL app or website for updated service information [ more ]

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Off-Peaky Blinder! Sadiq Khan trials scrapping peak fares on Fridays to get Londoners back on the Tube

Mayor Sadiq Khan is scrapping peak fares on the Tube on Fridays for three months, hoping it will encourage commuters to return to central London.

The initiative aims to boost passenger numbers and support businesses as workers transition back to pre-Covid working patterns. [ more ]

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London Underground: Central line commuters vent anger as shortage of trains cripples service yet again

Passengers on the Central line have experienced severe delays and waits of up to 17 minutes for trains due to a shortage of trains and ongoing refurbishments.

The delays have prompted frustration from passengers, with complaints on social media and calls for immediate action from local council leaders. [ more ]

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Tube and bus fares frozen by Sadiq Khan until 2025 in boost for London public transport users

Pay-as-you-go fares in London will remain unchanged until March 2020, with the aim of boosting the mayor's re-election chances.

The freeze on fares will only apply to pay-as-you-go fares, not Travelcards or daily and weekly caps on multiple journeys. [ more ]

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Tube and bus fares frozen by Sadiq Khan until 2025 in boost for London public transport users

Pay-as-you-go fares in London will remain unchanged until March 2020, with the aim of boosting the mayor's re-election chances.

The freeze on fares will only apply to pay-as-you-go fares, not Travelcards or daily and weekly caps on multiple journeys. [ more ]

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Here's why some London buses will see timetable changes this weekend

Some London bus routes will see timetable changes this weekend.

The changes are being made to match demand, deliver value for money, and allow for investment in outer London. [ more ]

Time Out London

Here's the full list of London tube, train and bus closures over Christmas 2023

Public transport in London will be greatly reduced during the festive period, with some services completely suspended.

Planning is important for anyone needing to travel in London between December 22 and January 2. [ more ]

London On The Inside

Public Transport in London Over Christmas and New Year

Public transport in London will have reduced or altered schedules during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Tube service will be reduced on Christmas Eve and there will be no service on Christmas Day. On New Year's Eve, all Tube lines except Waterloo & City and District line to Kensington Olympia will have service all night. [ more ]

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Sadiq Khan's plan to get Londoners out of cars and onto bikes and buses is 'stuck in slow lane'

61.5% of journeys in London in 2022/23 were made by walking, cycling, or public transport.

Sadiq Khan's goal of 80% of journeys being made by these modes of transport by 2041 is still far from being achieved. [ more ]

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One in five LGBT+ people abused on public transport

One in five LGBT+ people have experienced harassment or abuse on public transport in London.

Four out of five respondents change their behavior or appearance to avoid abuse or harassment.

Many LGBTQ+ people have little confidence or trust in the police when it comes to reporting their abuse. [ more ]

BBC News

LGBTQ+ people 'feel threatened on London public transport'

One in five LGBTQ+ people in London have faced abuse on public transport in the past year.

Two-thirds of those surveyed felt there was a possible threat of violence or harassment on public transport.

Many LGBTQ+ people have little confidence or trust in the police, leading to incidents going unreported. [ more ]

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All the timetable changes to London buses this Black Friday weekend

Bus timetables in London will have changes during Black Friday weekend.

The changes are aimed at matching demand, providing value for money, and supporting investment in outer London. [ more ]

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Worst of storms passing but warnings remain for Scotland and Northern Ireland

Weather alerts for thunderstorms remain in place for Scotland and Northern Ireland after much of the UK was battered by rain, hail and lightning on Monday.The Met Office has issued yellow thunderstorm warnings to parts of western Scotland and Northern Ireland from 12pm to 9pm, with areas affected expected to see heavy rainfall, hail and thunderstorms.

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Time to resurrect crucial' pedicab law to protect central London from menace' operators, council warns

N uisance pedicab operators will continue to wreak havoc in London's West End without new legislation to crackdown on them, a council has warned.The Pedicab industry in central London has been blighted by complaints of blasting out loud music , ripping off customers and swerving dangerously through packed pedestrian areas.

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UK government extends 2 bus fare cap again amid cost of living crisis

The government has extended the 2 bus fare cap for a second time to ensure bus travel remains accessible and affordable for everyone.The cap will remain for bus services outside London until 31 October after which it will increase to 2.50 until 30 November 2024 before fares are reviewed, the Department for Transport (DfT) said.

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Government extends 2 bus fare cap for second time to help with cost of living

The Government has extended the 2 bus fare cap for a second time to ensure bus travel remains accessible and affordable for everyone.The cap will remain for bus services outside London until October 31 after which it will increase to 2.50 until November 30 2024 before fares are reviewed, the Department for Transport (DfT) said.

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Mayor of London issues high air pollution alert for Tuesday

Imperial College London forecasters advised the Mayor to issue the alert due to a strong likelihood of high ozone levels, caused by the hot, sunny weather and south-easterly winds blowing existing pollutants from the continent towards London, City Hall said on Monday evening.This is the second high air pollution alert this year.

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No new road building projects starting before 2030 will be created in England

No new major road building projects in England starting before 2030 will be created, National Highways has proposed.The Government-owned company has advised ministers it should focus on completing ongoing and delayed schemes, as well as improving existing roads.Many National Highways major projects are behind schedule and over budget.

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Calls to bring DLR to Thamesmead to 'remove east and south east London barriers'

Considerations to extend the DLR route from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead have been ongoing.According to the Evening Standard, plans to extend the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) will hopefully be submitted by 2026.The Mayor Sadiq Khan said City Hall and other public bodies has given around 1.5m towards feasibility studies for the project.

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Privacy professionals

US Transport Department gets data smashed and grabbed

A security failure in a US Department of Transportation computer system used to reimburse federal employees for commuting costs has led to the exposure of personal info for some 237,000 current and former federal government employees.TRANServe, an electronic travel pass system managed by DoT, but carried by many employees across the federal government to encourage use of public transport, told Congress it made a mistake in protecting that data.

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This map shows where the next 'Superloop 2' bus routes could go in east London

London Mayor Sadiq Khan plans to double Superloop express bus services to 20, connecting more people to key locations and making journeys quicker and more convenient. [ more ]

Time Out London

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This free-to-use Thames ferry now runs every 15 minutes

The Woolwich Ferry has increased its timetable frequency and operating hours, benefiting passengers with more frequent journeys and longer service hours. [ more ]

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South London's worst flasher' strikes again by exposing himself in Lewisham

Garande has a history of indecent exposure on public transport leading to prison sentences and court orders. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

How TfL's simple pop-up message led to a significant drop in paper ticket sales

Transport for London intentionally reduced paper ticket sales by promoting contactless payments through ticket machines, leading to significant drop in paper ticket sales. [ more ]

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Train passengers horrified as man launches into racist tirade in packed carriage

Racist tirade on London train captured on video, showcasing the unfortunate reality of discrimination in public spaces. [ more ]

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BBC presenter 'threatened' as she filmed thug shouting racist abuse on London train

BBC presenter Mary Mandefield faces racist abuse incident on a London train. [ more ]

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In Search of Lost Flavors in Flushing

Rediscovering childhood tastes in New York's Chinatown via a long journey on the 7 train. [ more ]

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Tory mayoral candidate Susan Hall: Passengers who play music out loud should be thrown off the Tube

Crackdown on anti-social behavior like playing loud music on public transport by banning disruptive filming influences. [ more ]

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'Superloop 2': Sadiq Khan unveils plan to double express bus network if re-elected

New routes expanding Superloop services proposed by London Labour mayor, enhancing connectivity and efficiency through consultation process. [ more ]

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All the TfL bus timetable changes in London for the first weekend in April

Certain London bus routes are changing on the first weekend of April due to demand and operational reasons.

TfL aims for 80% of journeys via sustainable transport by 2041, with a bus fleet of 9,300 buses across 675 routes. [ more ]

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Sunak should end war on motorists' rhetoric and deliver better public transport

The British public values public transport as essential and more important than having a car, phone, or internet.

There is a growing concern about the quality of public transport and a desire for better options among regular drivers. [ more ]

Streetsblog

Two-Item Tuesday: Update on Frida Kahlo Way, Lake Merritt BART Development Plans - Streetsblog San Francisco

Supervisor Melgar supports Frida Kahlo Way safety project with protected bike lane

BART begins Lake Merritt station development for housing and retail [ more ]

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Task Force Meets to Address the Future of California Transit - Streetsblog California

California legislature calls for task force to address funding issues in public transportation.

Task Force emphasizes transit's role in safety, equity, climate action, and economic prosperity. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

These Bay Area transit services are offering free rides for New Year's Eve

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Planning on going out on New Year's Eve in the Bay Area?Don't get behind the wheel after the celebratory drinking -- take these free public transportation options instead!

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UK politics

After 14 years of dead ends, here are three ways Labour can rejuvenate UK public transport | Jonn Elledge

Invest in improving public transport for economic and environmental goals.

Focus on protecting HS2 and making buses a public good. [ more ]

Time Out London

How TfL is using specially-designed CCTV to make London bus shelters safe

Night buses are a safe and cost-effective transport option.

TfL is implementing safety measures like CCTV cameras and night enforcement officers to improve passenger safety. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Mayor of London makes call to Londoners as world-leading Friday off-peak fares trial begins

Off-peak travel on Fridays trial announced by the Mayor of London

Discounted offers and promotions available on Fridays in London during the trial period [ more ]

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All the bus timetable changes in London for Mother's Day weekend

TfL buses align with Mayor's Transport Strategy for 80% journeys via foot, bike, or public transport by 2041

Timetable changes aim to match demand, deliver value, and invest in outer London [ more ]

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Higher fines for fare evasion on Tube come into force

Penalty fare on Tube increased from 80 to 100

TfL cracking down on fare evasion with stricter enforcement [ more ]

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Sadiq Khan dismisses calls for 'rail miles' loyalty scheme on Tube network

A proposed loyalty scheme similar to air miles for Tube users was not implemented by TfL.

The loyalty scheme idea was suggested by a Green member of the London Assembly to encourage more people to use public transport. [ more ]

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Germany news

Two worlds colliding': Berlin transport workers and climate activists unite over rights

Transport workers and climate activists collaborate for better working conditions and climate action.

The coordinated national strike in Germany aims for huge investments in the public transport sector. [ more ]

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Germany news

Germany transport disrupted as bus, tram workers strike over pay, hours

Bus and tram stations across 80 cities in Germany are at a standstill as 90,000 public transport workers strike for improved working conditions.

A strike by security staff at 11 German airports resulted in 1,100 flight cancellations or delays.

Verdi is seeking improved working conditions, reduced working hours, and increased holiday entitlement. [ more ]

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Sadiq Khan says changes coming 'ASAP' to LTN where bus took two hours to travel three miles

Changes are coming ASAP to a low traffic neighborhood causing bus congestion in London.

Mayor Sadiq Khan is in touch with Lambeth Council to resolve the issue of traffic congestion due to a low traffic neighborhood. [ more ]

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London's Tube, train and bus perverts named and shamed

1 in 3 women face sexual harassment while commuting, often during evening rush hour.

Recent cases highlight offenders named and shamed for sexual offenses on trains and Tube. [ more ]

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London weather: Met Office issues yellow rain warning for weekend

London is set to experience heavy rain this weekend

Rain could cause disruption to public transport and flooding of homes and businesses [ more ]

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New night bus could be introduced to connect central London to Brent and Harrow

Transport for London (TfL) has proposed a new night bus route, N518, connecting central London to areas in Brent, Harrow, Ealing and Hillingdon.

The proposed night bus would operate every 30 minutes on weeknights and every 15 minutes on weekends, in response to increased demand at weekends. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Mayor asks TfL to trial groundbreaking 'Off-peak Fridays'

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Kahn, has requested a three-month trial of off-peak fares on Fridays for all London Tube and Rail services.

The trial is expected to begin in March and aims to boost ridership and support London's economic recovery.

Off-peak Friday fares could encourage more people to use public transport, visit the city, and boost London's nightlife. [ more ]

Secret London

Mayor Sadiq Khan Has Frozen Single Tube And Bus Fares Until 2025

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a freeze to all single pay-as-you-go fares on the Tube and buses until March 2025.

Prices will be increased for those who make multiple journeys on TfL, with travelcards and fare caps set to go up by 4.9% in the spring. [ more ]

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Sadiq Khan confirms Transport for London fares will freeze until 2025

Transport for London (TfL) will freeze fares for bus, Tube, DLR, and tram journeys until 2025.

The freeze will not apply to paper Travelcards or mainline rail journeys. [ more ]

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Sadiq Khan confirms Transport for London fares will freeze until 2025

Transport for London (TfL) will freeze fares for bus, Tube, DLR, and tram journeys until 2025.

The freeze will not apply to paper Travelcards or mainline rail journeys. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

Tube and bus fares frozen by Sadiq Khan until 2025 in boost for London public transport users

Pay-as-you-go fares in London will remain unchanged until March 2020, with the aim of boosting the mayor's re-election chances.

The freeze on fares will only apply to pay-as-you-go fares, not Travelcards or daily and weekly caps on multiple journeys. [ more ]

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London's single tube and bus fares to be frozen, Khan says

Londoners will not pay more for single tube and bus fares until at least March 2025 due to a fare freeze announced by Mayor Sadiq Khan.

Transport costs will continue to rise for people making multiple journeys, as travelcards and daily and weekly fare caps for contactless pay-as-you-go journeys will increase in line with national fares. [ more ]

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London's single tube and bus fares to be frozen, Khan says

Londoners will not pay more for single tube and bus fares until at least March 2025 due to a fare freeze announced by Mayor Sadiq Khan.

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Sadiq Khan confirms Transport for London fares will freeze until 2025

Transport for London (TfL) will freeze fares for bus, Tube, DLR, and tram journeys until 2025.

The freeze will not apply to paper Travelcards or mainline rail journeys. [ more ]

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London's single tube and bus fares to be frozen, Khan says

Londoners will not pay more for single tube and bus fares until at least March 2025 due to a fare freeze announced by Mayor Sadiq Khan.

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Tube disruption: Central, Jubilee and Piccadilly lines all hit with severe delays

Delays and disruptions hit multiple London Underground lines due to signalling failures, faulty trains, and a shortage of trains.

Commuters expressed frustration at the constant severe delays on the Central line and questioned the high fare costs of public transport. [ more ]

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London welcomes world's most efficient electric double-decker buses

The StreetDeck Electroliner, an electric double-decker bus manufactured by Wrightbus, has been revealed as the market's most energy-efficient of its kind.

The EV has been touring the UK to showcase its capabilities and generate interest among bus operators and local authorities. [ more ]

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Design

The incredibly Danish design of Denmark's new national trains

Denmark's new national trains are designed to embody the essence of Danishness, with references to classic midcentury Danish design and an embrace of hygge coziness.

The trains are built to serve both high-speed segments between large cities and shorter distance routes between small towns and villages, with a wide appeal to the Danish people. [ more ]

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Rise in sexual offences on the Tube, British Transport Police figures show

The number of sexual offences and violent crimes on the London Tube network has increased in the past year.

Robberies on the Tube network have also seen a steep rise. [ more ]

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Rise in sexual offences on the Tube, British Transport Police figures show

The number of sexual offences and violent crimes on the London Tube network has increased in the past year.

Robberies on the Tube network have also seen a steep rise. [ more ]

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Rise in sexual offences on the Tube, British Transport Police figures show

The number of sexual offences and violent crimes on the London Tube network has increased in the past year.

Robberies on the Tube network have also seen a steep rise. [ more ]

BBC News

London Underground: Sexual offences rise on Tube network, figures show

Violent crimes and robberies on public transport in London have increased significantly.

Sarah Olney MP calls for action to address the rise in crime and ensure the safety of women on public transport. [ more ]

BBC News

London Underground: Sexual offences rise on Tube network, figures show

Violent crimes and robberies on public transport in London have increased significantly.

Sarah Olney MP calls for action to address the rise in crime and ensure the safety of women on public transport. [ more ]

BBC News

London Underground: Sexual offences rise on Tube network, figures show

Violent crimes and robberies on public transport in London have increased significantly.

Sarah Olney MP calls for action to address the rise in crime and ensure the safety of women on public transport. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

BART plans to make minor' schedule changes Jan. 15

Minor changes in BART schedule starting on Jan. 15

Daly City to Berryessa Green line will have the biggest change of 7 minutes [ more ]

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Chicago

After weeks of testing, CTA Yellow Line reopens: 'It makes it a lot easier'

The CTA Yellow Line in Chicago has reopened after a seven-week closure following a crash on the tracks.

Riders are relieved that the train line is running again and no longer have to rely on shuttle buses. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

2023 in review: A look back at the CTA and public transportation through Tribune op-eds

Public transportation in Chicago and commuter rail in the suburbs have seen significant change during the pandemic.

www.standard.co.uk

How to get around London during the January Tube strikes

Tube strikes are scheduled for January, which will cause widespread disruption to transportation in London.

Bus routes are likely the most reliable replacement for the Tube during the strikes. [ more ]

Londonist

Week Of January Tube Strikes Set To Cause Severe Disruption

Tube strikes scheduled for 5-11 January 2024 will cause severe disruption across the London Underground network. Passengers are advised to only travel if necessary.

The strikes will be carried out by different union members on different days, affecting various aspects of the tube service. Other modes of public transportation will operate as normal, but may be busier than usual. [ more ]

Time Out London

King's Cross station is closing for two weekends this month

King's Cross, one of London's busiest train stations, will be closed for two consecutive weekends in January due to improvements to signalling on the East Coast Main Line.

The closure will affect long-distance services from Grand Central, LNER, Hull Trains, and Lumo, as well as shorter-distance routes from Thameslink and Great Northern. [ more ]

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Which are Lewisham's busiest train stations? See if you can guess

Lewisham station was the busiest train station in the area with 5.9 million entries and exits in 2022-23.

The top five busiest train stations in Lewisham also included New Cross Gate, Forest Hill, Brockley, and Sydenham. [ more ]

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New Year's Eve transport: How to get around London via tube, train and bus

NewsSportBusinessLifestyleCultureGoing OutHomes & PropertyComment Many TfL services will be operating throughout the night The London Underground is one of several ways to get around the capital quickly which is especially important on New Year's Eve Tamara Davison1 minute ago Transport for London (TfL) tends to do a great job of keeping public transport running throughout the New Year's celebrations.

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Taking the T in Boston on New Year's Eve? Here's what to know.

MBTA services will be available well past the countdown to midnight for New Year's Eve revelers.

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The overlap of technology, sustainability and the environment

London is prioritizing sustainability through renewable energy solutions, sustainable shipping and logistics, and a public transport revolution.

London aims to supply 15% of its energy from local, renewable sources by 2030. [ more ]

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Plans for Superloop route SL5 from Bromley to Croydon officially CONFIRMED

The Superloop is a network of express routes in outer London connecting town centres, hospitals, schools, and transport hubs.

The SL5 route, which will run from Bromley to Croydon, has received positive feedback with respondents stating that it would make their journey quicker and more convenient. [ more ]

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TV presenter Ade Adepitan calls out inaccessible Tube stations after having to be carried up stairs

TV presenter Ade Adepitan criticizes lack of accessibility on public transport after being carried up stairs on the Tube

Transport for All reports that only 92 out of 272 London Underground stations have step-free access [ more ]

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London Underground tops 4 million journeys in a single day

Daily London Underground passenger journeys exceeded 4 million for the first time since the pandemic.

Weekend ridership and journeys on DLR and London Overground are also increasing.

Total passenger journeys are now at 89% of pre-pandemic levels. [ more ]

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Sutton been 'waiting 20 years' for tram expansion as Mayor urged to rethink plans

The Liberal Democrats are urging Sadiq Khan to reconsider the tram extension in Sutton.

Sadiq Khan expressed his willingness to reconsider the trams extension scheme if funding becomes available.

The Liberal Democrats believe that despite the challenges faced by TfL, the tram extension should remain a priority for the Mayor. [ more ]

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Sutton been 'waiting 20 years' for tram expansion as Mayor urged to rethink plans

The Liberal Democrats are urging Sadiq Khan to reconsider the tram extension in Sutton.

Sadiq Khan expressed his willingness to reconsider the trams extension scheme if funding becomes available.

The Liberal Democrats believe that despite the challenges faced by TfL, the tram extension should remain a priority for the Mayor. [ more ]

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Sutton been 'waiting 20 years' for tram expansion as Mayor urged to rethink plans

The Liberal Democrats are urging Sadiq Khan to reconsider the tram extension in Sutton.

Sadiq Khan expressed his willingness to reconsider the trams extension scheme if funding becomes available.

The Liberal Democrats believe that despite the challenges faced by TfL, the tram extension should remain a priority for the Mayor. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Calls for TfL to reinvest 'lost' Oyster Card balances

A London Assembly Member is urging Transport for London to change rules regarding unused balances on Oyster Cards to allow the money to be reinvested into the city's public transport network.

Currently, Â£180 million sits on Oyster cards that haven't been used in five or more years, with Â£57 million of that on cards unused for over 10 years.

The Liberal Democrats are calling for the balance on unused Oyster cards to be forfeited to TfL and reinvested in public transport, and for a review of campaigns to inform the public about refund options. [ more ]

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Bus services cut by more than 80% in parts of England and Wales since 2008, finds study

Bus services have been cut by more than 80% in some parts of England and Wales over the past 15 years, with urban and rural services both seeing significant decreases.

The decline in bus services disproportionately affects those on low incomes, people of color, disabled individuals, and older adults who have given up their cars due to poor health.

Of the 100 constituencies with the greatest decline in bus services, 82 have a Conservative MP, while bus services in London have remained stable for the past 15 years. [ more ]

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Running

Dublin Marathon organisers confirm they are considering change of route for next year's event

The organizers and Dublin City Council are considering moving the Dublin Marathon to a different location in the city center to minimize disruption to public transport.

The National Transport Authority expressed concern over the impact of road closures on public transport during the event.

Dublin City Council and the organizers are working together to find a new location that will provide the best experience for participants, attendees, and spectators. [ more ]

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LGBTQ+ people facing abuse when travelling in London report

One in five LGBTQ+ people in London have experienced harassment or abuse while using public transport.

Many LGBTQ+ individuals change their appearance or behavior to avoid abuse or harassment when traveling.

Incidents on London's public transport often go unreported due to a lack of confidence or trust in the police. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

One in five LGBTQ+ Londoners have experienced hate crime on public transport, report warns

43% of LGBTQ+ people in London feel uneasy or on edge when using public transport.

82% of respondents change their behavior out of concern for their safety while using public transport.

65% of respondents who experienced abuse or harm when traveling in London said bystanders did not intervene. [ more ]

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Owners of the most polluting cars to pay double for parking across England

Owners of the most polluting cars may soon have to pay more to park as councils across England are expected to roll out new charges based on a vehicle's CO2 emissions.Lambeth is the latest council in London to introduce emissions-based parking fees, with similar charges now expected elsewhere in England.

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Sadiq Khan extends London's high air pollution alert

S adiq Khan has announced that he is extending London's high pollution alert into Wednesday.The mayor had already declared an alert for Tuesday, June 13, but City Hall said he had decided to extend the pollution warning status into the following day, after receiving advice from forecasters at Imperial College London.

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You can rely on public transport in London, but not out here in the sticks | Letters

Stuart Jeffries' recognition that he shares the privilege of Londoners when it comes to public transport (I ditched my car and improved my fitness, sleep and bank balance, 7 June) reminds us that this is a massive component of regional inequality that challenges the levelling-up waffle.I gave up the car in November 2022, and I too am privileged but in a completely different way.

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Twice as many journeys in outer London are by car than in centre of capital

T wice as many journeys in outer London are by car than in more central areas, a new study has found, prompting calls for more cycle lanes and bus routes in the capital's suburbs.A report by the Centre for London think tank says millions of outer Londoners are forced to use their cars even for short journeys due to limited public transport.

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Bank Holiday chaos as passport gate glitch sparks airport delays live updates

1685208595 Failures with the passport e-gate system at UK airports have caused long delays for those arriving in the country as the bank holiday getaway gets under way.Travellers have described on social media queues of several hours at a number of airports including Heathrow and Gatwick as arrivals need to have their passports checked by hand rather than the automated machines.

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Bank holiday travel chaos as electronic passport gates stop working at UK airports

Travellers faced chaos on Saturday after the passport e-gate system at UK airports failed, causing lengthy delays as the bank holiday getaway kicked off.Disgruntled travellers took to social media after some spent several hours waiting at airports, including Heathrow and Gatwick, as arrivals needed to have their passports checked by hand rather than the automated machines.

www.independent.co.uk

Passport e-gate failure causes delays at airports as bank holiday getaway begins

Failures with the passport e-gate system at UK airports is causing long delays for those arriving in the country as the bank holiday getaway gets under way.Travellers have described on social media queues of several hours at a number of airports including Heathrow and Gatwick as arrivals need to have their passports checked by hand rather than the automated machines.

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Soccer (FIFA)

Old Trafford could host Man Utd's European games

Manchester United could host Women's Champions League games at Old Trafford when the club makes its debut in the competition next season.Marc Skinner's side played at Old Trafford twice in the current Super League campaign, attracting crowds of 30,000 and almost 28,000 for games against Aston Villa and West Ham.

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Staff work in central London offices for 2.3 days a week, study finds

Office workers in central London are spending on average 2.3 days a week in the workplace, according to a report that warns against a wholesale switch to working from home.The thinktank Centre for Cities carried out polling of office workers in the capital and found they were spending 59% of the time in their workplace compared with pre-Covid levels.

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Transport bosses urged to keep Day Travelcard as proposal to axe it could cost passengers more

L ondon transport chiefs were today urged to scrap plans to axe the Day Travelcard the all in one ticket that allows unlimited journeys across the capital.Transport for London was accused of a money-raising exercise that would result in many passengers paying more to travel.Day Travelcards, which are only available as paper tickets, are of particular benefit to people living outside London who buy a train ticket to the capital topped up with a Travelcard, meaning they do not pay separately to use the Tube and bus network.

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