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Private school run in south London linked to 27% rise in air pollution

Driving children to private schools increases air pollution by 27% in South London, prompting calls for more sustainable transport options.
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London is Europe's most congested city, with drivers sat in traffic an average 101 hours last year

London maintains its title as the most congested city in Europe, with drivers spending an average of 101 hours in traffic annually.

The commuter in Election 2024: Compared to Dublin, rest of country has been failed by lack of public transport investment

Commuters outside Dublin face prolonged neglect regarding transportation issues.

London transport: First look inside 2.2bn Silvertown Tunnel

Tolls to reduce pollution
Silvertown Tunnel for improved air quality

London is Europe's most congested city, with drivers sat in traffic an average 101 hours last year

London maintains its title as the most congested city in Europe, with drivers spending an average of 101 hours in traffic annually.

The commuter in Election 2024: Compared to Dublin, rest of country has been failed by lack of public transport investment

Commuters outside Dublin face prolonged neglect regarding transportation issues.

London transport: First look inside 2.2bn Silvertown Tunnel

Tolls to reduce pollution
Silvertown Tunnel for improved air quality
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London travel news LIVE: M20 crash involving lorry and car sparks six-mile tailback

M20 closed due to crash, causing significant delays.
Traffic congestion extends for six miles, with delays lasting an hour.

Heathrow: Hour-long delays for drivers on M25 near airport after crash

Severe traffic congestion due to a multi-vehicle collision on the M25, with three lanes closed and five miles of backup reported.

M25 reopens after almost 12 hours of closure following serious' crash

The M25 near Romford was closed for nearly 12 hours due to a serious crash, causing major traffic delays.

Delays and disruptions on busy Wembley road after rider comes off moped

A moped incident in Wembley caused significant traffic delays, but injuries are not life-threatening.

London travel news LIVE: M20 crash involving lorry and car sparks six-mile tailback

M20 closed due to crash, causing significant delays.
Traffic congestion extends for six miles, with delays lasting an hour.

Heathrow: Hour-long delays for drivers on M25 near airport after crash

Severe traffic congestion due to a multi-vehicle collision on the M25, with three lanes closed and five miles of backup reported.

M25 reopens after almost 12 hours of closure following serious' crash

The M25 near Romford was closed for nearly 12 hours due to a serious crash, causing major traffic delays.

Delays and disruptions on busy Wembley road after rider comes off moped

A moped incident in Wembley caused significant traffic delays, but injuries are not life-threatening.
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M25: Huge tailbacks after crash closes motorway and leaves drivers trapped for hours

A serious collision on the M25 caused extensive traffic delays and road closures, significantly impacting travel times for hours.

Three-hour delays with no estimate' for reopening M25 after serious' crash

M25 anticlockwise remains closed due to a serious crash with no estimate for reopening, causing severe congestion and delays.

All traffic M25 STOPPED with severe delays due to multi-vehicle crash

A multi-vehicle crash has caused severe traffic delays on the M25 near Heathrow Airport, advising motorists to seek alternate routes.

M25: Huge tailbacks after crash closes motorway and leaves drivers trapped for hours

A serious collision on the M25 caused extensive traffic delays and road closures, significantly impacting travel times for hours.

Three-hour delays with no estimate' for reopening M25 after serious' crash

M25 anticlockwise remains closed due to a serious crash with no estimate for reopening, causing severe congestion and delays.

All traffic M25 STOPPED with severe delays due to multi-vehicle crash

A multi-vehicle crash has caused severe traffic delays on the M25 near Heathrow Airport, advising motorists to seek alternate routes.
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Police issue update after five car and lorry crash on M11 near Stanstead Airport

No serious injuries reported after five-car and lorry crash on M11; traffic has since returned to normal.

Havoc Ensues With NYC Gridlock Delays Beginning This Week With The UN General Assembly

Traffic delays in NYC are unavoidable, especially during the United Nations General Assembly, prompting alternative transport recommendations.

Carmageddon: Shift to Remote Work Led to Increase in Driving and Congestion... - Streetsblog USA

Remote work culture has not reduced driving or congestion; vehicle miles traveled have actually increased significantly since 2019.
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London Has The Most Congested Roads In Europe - And The Third Worst In The World

London has the most congested roads in Europe, with motorists losing an average of 99 hours to traffic annually.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

Rotherhithe Tunnel closure is causing significant traffic disruptions in both directions with no reopening estimate.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

The Rotherhithe Tunnel's sudden closure is causing extensive traffic delays across multiple routes.

London Has The Most Congested Roads In Europe - And The Third Worst In The World

London has the most congested roads in Europe, with motorists losing an average of 99 hours to traffic annually.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

Rotherhithe Tunnel closure is causing significant traffic disruptions in both directions with no reopening estimate.

London travel news LIVE: Rotherhithe Tunnel closed due to 'technical problems' causing Blackwall Tunnel delays

The Rotherhithe Tunnel's sudden closure is causing extensive traffic delays across multiple routes.
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NASA Aims to Restore Space Station Traffic After SpaceX and Boeing Problems

The International Space Station is experiencing congestion due to multiple spacecraft missions, providing more options but also leading to complex operations.

They Drive for a Living and Say New York Traffic Is the Worst Ever'

The increasing number of ride-share vehicles like Ubers and Lyfts is a significant contributor to the congestion on New York City streets.

Traffic chaos as A2 blocked in both directions due to concerns for welfare of person

A2 Gravesend traffic blocked in both directions due to a police incident.
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London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

City Plan for Maritime Freight is Too Slow: Experts - Streetsblog New York City

The initiative to upgrade docks in NYC for maritime deliveries aims to alleviate pollution and congestion but is seen as insufficient.

London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

City Plan for Maritime Freight is Too Slow: Experts - Streetsblog New York City

The initiative to upgrade docks in NYC for maritime deliveries aims to alleviate pollution and congestion but is seen as insufficient.
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If You're Feeling Congested, These Foods And Drinks Could Be To Blame

Consuming anti-inflammatory ingredients can help reduce congestion.

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Bike Lane Will Need Support - Streetsblog San Francisco

Congestion remained unchanged after the installation of a bike lane on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

Mallon: Silicon Valley - a transit market ready for growth - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley's economic growth requires investment in public transit to avoid future congestion.

Motorists stuck in pretty horrendous' 20-mile Good Friday motorway queues

Holiday traffic caused 20-mile queues on major motorways on Good Friday, adding 45 minutes to journey times.
Around 2.6 million car journeys were expected during the holiday, leading to significant congestion in Southern regions.

New London to Manchester rail route proposed amid HS2 delays

London Northwestern Railway proposes extending services from London to Manchester via the West Midlands to tackle congestion on the West Coast Main Line.

New York metro area ranks first in country for congestion, report says

New York metropolitan area ranked most congested in the U.S. in 2023, with drivers losing 101 hours from traffic jams.
Congestion worsened in New York City post-pandemic due to ridesharing, online deliveries, and return to in-person work.
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