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First of the new Piccadilly line trains arrives in London - with added grafitti

The new Piccadilly line trains have arrived but faced graffiti vandalism during transport, signifying their high visibility and popularity among taggers.

This major London tube line will be part-suspended until the middle of January

Piccadilly line delays are primarily due to excessive leaf fall, aging train fleet, and necessary improvements being made.

Revealed: London's dirtiest tube lines, according to TfL

The Piccadilly line is the dirtiest London Underground line, cleaned every 43 days.
TfL employs a regimented cleaning schedule for tube lines that varies in frequency.
Cleaning standards differ significantly across London Underground lines.

From luggage storage to platform barriers, here's what the new Piccadilly line trains won't have

The new Piccadilly line trains will lack luggage racks and will not be driverless, focusing on passenger convenience instead.

The Piccadilly line will be partially closed at weekends for the next six months: full list of closure dates

Significant disruption on the Piccadilly line due to a £2.9 billion upgrade, affecting travel for the next six months.

Leaves blamed for Piccadilly line part-closure

Significant leaf fall has led to the part-closure of the Piccadilly line, prompting apologies from Transport for London.

First of the new Piccadilly line trains arrives in London - with added grafitti

The new Piccadilly line trains have arrived but faced graffiti vandalism during transport, signifying their high visibility and popularity among taggers.

This major London tube line will be part-suspended until the middle of January

Piccadilly line delays are primarily due to excessive leaf fall, aging train fleet, and necessary improvements being made.

Revealed: London's dirtiest tube lines, according to TfL

The Piccadilly line is the dirtiest London Underground line, cleaned every 43 days.
TfL employs a regimented cleaning schedule for tube lines that varies in frequency.
Cleaning standards differ significantly across London Underground lines.

From luggage storage to platform barriers, here's what the new Piccadilly line trains won't have

The new Piccadilly line trains will lack luggage racks and will not be driverless, focusing on passenger convenience instead.

The Piccadilly line will be partially closed at weekends for the next six months: full list of closure dates

Significant disruption on the Piccadilly line due to a £2.9 billion upgrade, affecting travel for the next six months.

Leaves blamed for Piccadilly line part-closure

Significant leaf fall has led to the part-closure of the Piccadilly line, prompting apologies from Transport for London.
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London Christmas travel advice you need to check as closures could affect journeys

TfL advises passengers to plan ahead for service changes on public transport during the Christmas period, starting December 20.

A fascinating new London exhibition celebrates 160 years of tube maps

The new exhibition explores 160 years of the London Underground map, highlighting Harry Beck's significant contributions and design evolution.

Four-day weeks for Aslef Underground train drivers

London Underground drivers will work four-day weeks with improved pay and conditions after negotiations between Aslef union and TfL.

RMT union calls off tube strikes planned for coming week

RMT union calls off planned strike after receiving a better pay offer from London Underground.

Tube strikes by RMT staff called off after talks

RMT strikes on the London Underground called off after pay talks with Transport for London.

Tube drivers call off planned strikes after improved offer'

A planned strike by London Underground drivers has been called off after successful negotiations, averting potential service disruptions.

London Christmas travel advice you need to check as closures could affect journeys

TfL advises passengers to plan ahead for service changes on public transport during the Christmas period, starting December 20.

A fascinating new London exhibition celebrates 160 years of tube maps

The new exhibition explores 160 years of the London Underground map, highlighting Harry Beck's significant contributions and design evolution.

Four-day weeks for Aslef Underground train drivers

London Underground drivers will work four-day weeks with improved pay and conditions after negotiations between Aslef union and TfL.

RMT union calls off tube strikes planned for coming week

RMT union calls off planned strike after receiving a better pay offer from London Underground.

Tube strikes by RMT staff called off after talks

RMT strikes on the London Underground called off after pay talks with Transport for London.

Tube drivers call off planned strikes after improved offer'

A planned strike by London Underground drivers has been called off after successful negotiations, averting potential service disruptions.
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Man struck by train at underground station as busy tube lines remain affected

A man died after being struck by a train at Aldgate East station, impacting multiple Tube lines across the TfL network.

Search after man 'seen touching himself inappropriately' on south London Tube

British Transport Police seeks public help in identifying a man involved in inappropriate behavior on the Northern Line.

Man struck by train at underground station as busy tube lines remain affected

A man died after being struck by a train at Aldgate East station, impacting multiple Tube lines across the TfL network.

Search after man 'seen touching himself inappropriately' on south London Tube

British Transport Police seeks public help in identifying a man involved in inappropriate behavior on the Northern Line.
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Double blow for Londoners as Tube strike chaos and fare hike loom

Upcoming strikes on the London Underground could lead to significant service disruptions, especially from November 5 to November 8.
Transport Secretary has linked fare hikes to a financial deal for TfL, increasing tensions with union representatives.

November tube strikes: here's the full list of dates and lines affected

London Underground strikes this November will cause significant service disruptions due to union actions over pay and working conditions.

Busy London Underground linessuspended after incident causing SEVERE delays

Two London Underground lines suspended due to a casualty, causing significant delays across the network.

London Tube strikes in November: When is the RMT union planning walkouts on the Underground?

Tube passengers will experience significant disruption due to planned strikes by Aslef and RMT over ongoing disputes related to pay and conditions.

London Underground workers have just voted to support more possible strike action

RMT members have voted to potentially strike for six months over unequal pay increases among workers. No strikes have been officially announced yet.

What Londoners would change on 'hell'-ish Underground

Londoners seek significant improvements to the Underground, particularly regarding air conditioning and noise reduction.

Double blow for Londoners as Tube strike chaos and fare hike loom

Upcoming strikes on the London Underground could lead to significant service disruptions, especially from November 5 to November 8.
Transport Secretary has linked fare hikes to a financial deal for TfL, increasing tensions with union representatives.

November tube strikes: here's the full list of dates and lines affected

London Underground strikes this November will cause significant service disruptions due to union actions over pay and working conditions.

Busy London Underground linessuspended after incident causing SEVERE delays

Two London Underground lines suspended due to a casualty, causing significant delays across the network.

London Tube strikes in November: When is the RMT union planning walkouts on the Underground?

Tube passengers will experience significant disruption due to planned strikes by Aslef and RMT over ongoing disputes related to pay and conditions.

London Underground workers have just voted to support more possible strike action

RMT members have voted to potentially strike for six months over unequal pay increases among workers. No strikes have been officially announced yet.

What Londoners would change on 'hell'-ish Underground

Londoners seek significant improvements to the Underground, particularly regarding air conditioning and noise reduction.
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Tube dust levels treble on London Underground's Victoria line as worst station revealed

The Victoria line has the highest dust levels on the London Underground, tripling in the past year, yet remaining below legal limits.
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TfL warning of severe disruption during next week's tube strikes

Severe delays and mass cancellations are expected due to potential tube strikes in early November.

London Underground workers to go on strike next month

London Underground workers represented by Aslef are set to strike in November, disrupting services as part of their push for better pay.

First look at new Piccadilly line trains

Investment in London leads to national benefits, as shown by the new train factory in Goole.

All the London Underground stations and lines closed this weekend

TfL is making essential maintenance adjustments this weekend, affecting various London Underground and Overground services.

How much do London Tube and bus fares cost? Sadiq Khan approves rise

TfL fare increases are aligned with national rail fares as part of securing future funding.

Every London Underground station and line closed this weekend - Full list

Plan ahead for London transport this weekend to avoid service disruptions.
Check the TfL app for real-time updates on closures and service changes.

TfL warning of severe disruption during next week's tube strikes

Severe delays and mass cancellations are expected due to potential tube strikes in early November.

London Underground workers to go on strike next month

London Underground workers represented by Aslef are set to strike in November, disrupting services as part of their push for better pay.

First look at new Piccadilly line trains

Investment in London leads to national benefits, as shown by the new train factory in Goole.

All the London Underground stations and lines closed this weekend

TfL is making essential maintenance adjustments this weekend, affecting various London Underground and Overground services.

How much do London Tube and bus fares cost? Sadiq Khan approves rise

TfL fare increases are aligned with national rail fares as part of securing future funding.

Every London Underground station and line closed this weekend - Full list

Plan ahead for London transport this weekend to avoid service disruptions.
Check the TfL app for real-time updates on closures and service changes.
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London's weekly railway news

Disruptions on the London Underground caused major travel chaos for commuters.
The Elizabeth line faces operational challenges due to a computer error and potential strikes.

London's weekly railway news

The RMT union criticizes TfL for hindering pay negotiations, affecting worker agreements and morale.

Full list of the London Underground stations and lines closed this weekend

Plan ahead for weekend travel as planned TfL closures will impact London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line services.

Mobile phone coverage in the Elizabeth line tunnels has been completed

Elizabeth line now has complete mobile phone coverage in tunnel sections, with 4G and future 5G services planned for stations.

The Most Popular Tube Line In London Has Been Revealed - And The Result Will Cause Some Disagreement

The Elizabeth line is the most popular Tube line according to a YouGov survey, sparking debates about its classification.

London's weekly railway news

London's rail news highlights innovations like Google Street View for tube stations and improved mobile coverage on the Elizabeth line, but also concerns about capacity issues.

London's weekly railway news

Disruptions on the London Underground caused major travel chaos for commuters.
The Elizabeth line faces operational challenges due to a computer error and potential strikes.

London's weekly railway news

The RMT union criticizes TfL for hindering pay negotiations, affecting worker agreements and morale.

Full list of the London Underground stations and lines closed this weekend

Plan ahead for weekend travel as planned TfL closures will impact London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line services.

Mobile phone coverage in the Elizabeth line tunnels has been completed

Elizabeth line now has complete mobile phone coverage in tunnel sections, with 4G and future 5G services planned for stations.

The Most Popular Tube Line In London Has Been Revealed - And The Result Will Cause Some Disagreement

The Elizabeth line is the most popular Tube line according to a YouGov survey, sparking debates about its classification.

London's weekly railway news

London's rail news highlights innovations like Google Street View for tube stations and improved mobile coverage on the Elizabeth line, but also concerns about capacity issues.
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Google Street View has added London's tube stations to its maps

Google Street View enhances accessibility for London's tube stations, allowing users to virtually explore before visiting, aiding those with mobility challenges.

London's weekly railway news

The London Underground is facing criticism over cleanliness and safety concerns, prompting calls for improved hygiene and harassment prevention.

Google Street View has added London's tube stations to its maps

Google Street View enhances accessibility for London's tube stations, allowing users to virtually explore before visiting, aiding those with mobility challenges.

London's weekly railway news

The London Underground is facing criticism over cleanliness and safety concerns, prompting calls for improved hygiene and harassment prevention.
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London Tube strikes: What you need to know

Tube services in London will face significant disruptions due to upcoming strikes by drivers and staff over working conditions.

Three London Underground lines suspended causing SEVERE delays

A faulty train at Aldgate station has caused significant disruption to multiple London Underground lines.

Tube workers in strike ballot over pay offer

London Underground staff may strike due to a pay offer that does not meet cost-of-living rises, indicating widespread dissatisfaction with current wage conditions.

Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkouts

Two Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.

Tube drivers are reducing speed in protest on the Underground - here's why

Excessive noise on the Victoria line has prompted protests from tube drivers and significant investments from TfL to enhance safety and comfort.

The entire Elizabeth line now has 4G coverage

TfL is expanding 4G and 5G coverage on the London Underground, including tunnels, enhancing connectivity for commuters.

London Tube strikes: What you need to know

Tube services in London will face significant disruptions due to upcoming strikes by drivers and staff over working conditions.

Three London Underground lines suspended causing SEVERE delays

A faulty train at Aldgate station has caused significant disruption to multiple London Underground lines.

Tube workers in strike ballot over pay offer

London Underground staff may strike due to a pay offer that does not meet cost-of-living rises, indicating widespread dissatisfaction with current wage conditions.

Tube strikes are back: London Underground faces chaos as Aslef announces November walkouts

Two Tube strikes on November 7 and 12, announced by Aslef, follow union votes for improved pay despite TfL's revised offer.

Tube drivers are reducing speed in protest on the Underground - here's why

Excessive noise on the Victoria line has prompted protests from tube drivers and significant investments from TfL to enhance safety and comfort.

The entire Elizabeth line now has 4G coverage

TfL is expanding 4G and 5G coverage on the London Underground, including tunnels, enhancing connectivity for commuters.
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No driverless Tubes, London mayor says

Introducing driverless trains on the London Underground is deemed financially unfeasible by Mayor Sadiq Khan.
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RMT Tube strikes called off but major disruption still looms for London commuters next week

RMT suspends strike action after improved pay negotiations, while Aslef drivers are still set to strike, impacting the London Underground.

An end to tube strikes as RMT union accepts London Underground pay offer

RMT union staff accepted a pay rise ending the tube strikes, with benefits beyond salary increases.

RMT Tube strikes called off but major disruption still looms for London commuters next week

RMT suspends strike action after improved pay negotiations, while Aslef drivers are still set to strike, impacting the London Underground.

An end to tube strikes as RMT union accepts London Underground pay offer

RMT union staff accepted a pay rise ending the tube strikes, with benefits beyond salary increases.
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Several days of tube strikes announced for the London Underground

The London Underground will experience strikes due to unresolved pay disputes, significantly impacting service on key dates in early November.

Good news, London! November's tube strikes have been called off

RMT has suspended strikes after receiving a significantly improved offer from London Underground, easing concerns for commuters.

RMT claims substantial victory' after tube pay dispute

RMT achieved significant pay increases and terms improvements for tube workers, marking a victory in their pay dispute with TfL.

Tube Strikes Are Set To Take Place Across The London Underground Next Month

Next month will see multiple strikes across the London Underground due to pay disputes involving Aslef and RMT transport unions.

London Underground workers to strike next month - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London Underground workers are striking over pay disputes amidst unresolved negotiations with management.

Tube strikes planned for later this week called off

Planned strikes by London Underground drivers over pay have been suspended following improved offers and negotiations, highlighting the complexities of labor relations.

Several days of tube strikes announced for the London Underground

The London Underground will experience strikes due to unresolved pay disputes, significantly impacting service on key dates in early November.

Good news, London! November's tube strikes have been called off

RMT has suspended strikes after receiving a significantly improved offer from London Underground, easing concerns for commuters.

RMT claims substantial victory' after tube pay dispute

RMT achieved significant pay increases and terms improvements for tube workers, marking a victory in their pay dispute with TfL.

Tube Strikes Are Set To Take Place Across The London Underground Next Month

Next month will see multiple strikes across the London Underground due to pay disputes involving Aslef and RMT transport unions.

London Underground workers to strike next month - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London Underground workers are striking over pay disputes amidst unresolved negotiations with management.

Tube strikes planned for later this week called off

Planned strikes by London Underground drivers over pay have been suspended following improved offers and negotiations, highlighting the complexities of labor relations.
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Controversial assisted dying ads on Tube network covered up with Samaritans posters

Controversial assisted dying ads lead to concerns over appropriateness and mental health impact in sensitive environments.
TfL defends its decision to run the ads despite public backlash.
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The lost London Underground station stuck in time you can still visit

Down Street Station is a once-busy Tube station that now serves as a historical site offering tours, emphasizing its past and architectural beauty.

London Underground's Southwark station to partially close until 2025 to make way for building development

Southwark Station will close for nine weekends for construction, impacting travel primarily on weekends but allowing normal weekday services.

Heat from tube tunnels could warm city offices in 1 billion network

The London Underground's heat will be harnessed to create a £1 billion heat network for central London, promoting energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions.
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Homeless man who pushed stranger on to tube tracks jailed for life

A homeless man, Brwa Shorsh, received a life sentence for attempting to murder a stranger by pushing him onto subway tracks.

'Dangerous' Tube thief who told man 'I'm a killer' in knifepoint Rolex robbery jailed

Muridi Bahdon sentenced to eight years for armed robbery of Rolex watches in the London Underground.

Homeless man who pushed stranger on to tube tracks jailed for life

A homeless man, Brwa Shorsh, received a life sentence for attempting to murder a stranger by pushing him onto subway tracks.

'Dangerous' Tube thief who told man 'I'm a killer' in knifepoint Rolex robbery jailed

Muridi Bahdon sentenced to eight years for armed robbery of Rolex watches in the London Underground.
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Tube drivers to strike over pay

London Underground train drivers are set to strike next month over a pay dispute, as overwhelming union support was confirmed.

London's weekly railway news

Hospitality industry executives urge unions to halt London Underground strikes to prevent job losses and business collapses.

Tube drivers to strike over pay

London Underground train drivers are set to strike next month over a pay dispute, as overwhelming union support was confirmed.

London's weekly railway news

Hospitality industry executives urge unions to halt London Underground strikes to prevent job losses and business collapses.
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London's weekly railway news

Planned Tube strikes are expected to be called off amidst infrastructural concerns and calls for upgrades.
Extreme noise levels on London Underground trains pose health risks and have led to protest plans by drivers.

Noise levels on Tube are louder than at a gig

The Victoria line of London Underground is now the noisiest, with noise levels exceeding legal limits impacting driver safety and wellbeing.

Why is the Victoria line so loud?

Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.

London's weekly railway news

Planned Tube strikes are expected to be called off amidst infrastructural concerns and calls for upgrades.
Extreme noise levels on London Underground trains pose health risks and have led to protest plans by drivers.

Noise levels on Tube are louder than at a gig

The Victoria line of London Underground is now the noisiest, with noise levels exceeding legal limits impacting driver safety and wellbeing.

Why is the Victoria line so loud?

Victoria line noise issue caused by speed restrictions; rail erosion leads to dangerously high decibel levels affecting driver's and passenger's hearing.
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2 months ago

London Underground workers to strike over pay in November

Workers on the London Underground plan strikes in November over pay disputes, prompted by management's refusal to negotiate key demands.
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This is when the new air-conditioned Piccadilly line trains will start running

New Piccadilly line trains to start service next year, enhancing capacity significantly by 2028.

Now ANOTHER London tube union could go on strike

Potential strikes by TSSA members loom as they react to a subpar pay offer from London Underground.

New Tube train vandalised on the way to depot

A new Piccadilly line train was vandalised before its first test run after arriving from Germany.
British Transport Police are investigating incidents of train vandalism in London.

This is when the new air-conditioned Piccadilly line trains will start running

New Piccadilly line trains to start service next year, enhancing capacity significantly by 2028.

Now ANOTHER London tube union could go on strike

Potential strikes by TSSA members loom as they react to a subpar pay offer from London Underground.

New Tube train vandalised on the way to depot

A new Piccadilly line train was vandalised before its first test run after arriving from Germany.
British Transport Police are investigating incidents of train vandalism in London.
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Anti-Hamas 'rape tunnel' posters appear in London Tube stations for October 7 anniversary

Pro-Israel campaigners utilize London Underground to raise awareness against Hamas and advocate for the return of hostages on the anniversary of the attacks.
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London Underground workers vote in favour of possible strike action over pay

London Underground workers have voted overwhelmingly in favor of potential strike action due to issues around pay equality amid ongoing negotiations.

London's weekly railway news

London's transport news highlights ongoing concerns regarding service treatment, strike actions, heritage preservation, and infrastructure investments.

London Underground workers vote in favour of possible strike action over pay

London Underground workers have voted overwhelmingly in favor of potential strike action due to issues around pay equality amid ongoing negotiations.

London's weekly railway news

London's transport news highlights ongoing concerns regarding service treatment, strike actions, heritage preservation, and infrastructure investments.
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London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport sees mixed issues, from cleanliness to accessibility and safety concerns.
There is a push for infrastructure developments like HS2 to address congestion in London's rail network.

Rare Harry Beck tube maps going on display next month

An exhibition of rare tube maps, featuring unique Beck manuscripts, opens in London from October 25 to November 30.
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