#london-transport

#london-transport

"This investment marks a turning point, not just for Sherbet, but for the future of the black cab industry," said Moses. "The black cab is a globally recognised symbol of London - trusted, iconic and deeply woven into the city's identity. Yet for too long, it has lacked a dedicated guardian committed to modernisation."

There is no doubt they are very popular but is a city any place for a sport utility vehicle (SUV)? The vehicles tend to be heavier, larger and more polluting than other cars, and researchers say they are more dangerous to pedestrians and cyclists. According to the campaign group Clean Cities, the number of SUVs has increased tenfold in London in 20 years from about 80,000 SUVs in 2002 to 800,000 SUVs in 2023.

With everything going on across the city, Londoners will be glad to know that planned train disruption this weekend is fairly minimal (though there may be some unpredictable disruptions). While a number of stations around Notting Hill will be partly closed for the carnival (more on that below), there are no cancellations or reduced services scheduled along any of the London Underground lines - just a few on the Overground lines.

According to Mr Hostan's data, over the 15-day period, 41 of the 525 scheduled departures were no shows. Of these, 33 were during the morning rush hour and the longest gap between tubes was on Friday 2nd, when the 8.12am and 8.26am trains were both cancelled, leaving people waiting 41 minutes for the next train.

A Beckton Riverside DLR station will be constructed at ground level in Armada Way, opposite Gallions Reach Shopping Park, facilitating connections for commuters.

This Friday, trainspotters will have the chance to observe 1920s Pullman carriages being hauled by a Class 67 diesel locomotive as part of an exciting journey.

Judge Benedict Kelleher sentenced Miles to eight years imprisonment with an extended licence period of five years, although he will serve less than five-and-a-half years before parole.

The Bakerloop will mirror the route of a future Bakerloo line extension and is designed to connect underserved areas with fewer stops.

TfL has begun issuing Fixed Penalty Notices to Lime and Forest for improperly parked e-bikes, reflecting its enforcement of new dockless rental policies.

The expansion of Cycleway 34 will provide better connectivity, encouraging cycling and supporting London's commitment to a greener, safer urban environment.

No second entrance for Woolwich's Elizabeth Line station under new towers has raised community concerns, highlighting potential impacts on accessibility and transport efficiency.

The London Transport Museum is seeking public support to restore original moquette seating in a 1930s tube train, specifically to complete funding for three restored Q-Stock carriages.

TfL is struggling to manage the extreme heat on the Victoria line, raising concerns for passenger comfort and service reliability.

The least used tube station, Roding Valley, is now facing accessibility issues, highlighting the challenges in London's transport infrastructure. Future upgrades are planned.

Several Southern trains will be cancelled or diverted this week due to engineering work, impacting travel between London Bridge, Norwood Junction, and other lines.