London travel news LIVE: Disruption on the Great Northern line between London and Stevenage

Great Northern line is set to face problems until 12.45pm - ((Peter Byrne/PA))

Commuters look set for a relatively trouble free start to the day with few problems being reported on London trains on Thursday morning.

By 10.03am, the Great Northern line was reporting some issues on its services between Kings Lynn, Ely Cambridge, Letchworth Garden City and London Kings Cross, and also between Welwyn Garden City and Moorgate.

The picture is looking good for other services, with no major issues being reported on major London lines or at stations.

We’ll keep you up to date with the major travel developments as the day progresses.

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New restaurant proposed by Transport for London for the disused back of Brixton station

10:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Transport for London is proposing a "attractive new restaurant" for the abandoned rear of Brixton Underground station.

Lambeth Council has received designs for the new location from Places for London, the property arm of the transport authority.

Previously, Tube employees employed the abandoned section of the station that faces Electric Lane as a recreational area.

According to Places for London, the absence of takeaway would reduce the possibility that the new location would draw antisocial behavior.

According to Places for London, the new location won't negatively affect the amenities of nearby residences.

In addition, it stated that the restaurant would be open Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 to 23:00 and close at midnight on weekends.

Good service on all London Underground lines

10:06 , Nuray Bulbul

Central line’s minor delay has now been resolved and all London Underground lines are running a smooth service.

You can still remain on the live blog to catch up on other travel news.

Disruption between London and Stevenage expected until 12:45

09:56 , Nuray Bulbul

Some lines heading for London have been halted due to a safety examination of the track between Alexandra Palace and Stevenage.

There will be either a cancellation, a 30-minute delay, or a revision of trains between Stevenage and London.

If you are currently traveling, you may have to use a different service to get to your destination, which will result in a minimum 30-minute delay in your journey.

Following Stevenage, services that typically travel between Peterborough and Horsham or Cambridge and Brighton will be rerouted via Hertford North.

King's Cross holds most personal injury claims of TfL stations

09:46 , Nuray Bulbul

Over the previous five years, King's Cross saw more personal injury claims than any other Tube station due to incidents that occurred there.

According to Freedom of Information (FoI) records, since 2020, Transport for London (TfL) has documented nearly 14,000 non-fatal injuries on the Elizabeth line, DLR, and Underground.

It also shows that King's Cross was the most popular place for individuals to seek compensation, but Waterloo station had the most reported injuries.

While escalators and stairs also caused thousands of accidents, slips, trips, and falls accounted for the majority of injuries at London's stations.

46 people filed personal injury claims against TfL between 2020 and 2024 following an incident at King's Cross station.

With 40 claims filed in the previous five years, Stratford Station likewise saw a significant volume of compensation claims.

London Underground’s book exchanges could be saved

09:36 , Nuray Bulbul

The mini-libraries, which were first established in the city 20 years ago, were eliminated by Transport for London (TfL) on Tuesday due to fire safety concerns.

Throughout the network, commuters were encouraged by the shelves to either take a book for free or leave one for another person to enjoy.

This week, comutters saw a sign appearing in several stations across London read: “Due to fire safety regulations from the London Fire Brigade, we have been forced to close all book exchange libraries.

“[This] is on all London Underground stations with immediate effect. We are all sad to see this go. Thank you for all your support over the years.”

The Independent has shared that a source close to Mr Khan said TfL was urgently working with the London Fire Brigade to ensure the shelves were reinstated.

Would you like to see the books return?

Disruption through Grays expected until 10:15am

09:26 , Nuray Bulbul

At Grays station, a trespasser has safely been removed.

Until service improves, trains passing through this station may still be changed or delayed by up to twenty minutes.

The delay is impacting trains running between London Fenchurch Street and Shoeburyness.

Warren Street closed temporarily

09:16 , Nuray Bulbul

Warren Street is currently only open for exiting passengers and interchange while a faulty escalator is fixed.

It is currently not accepting any new entrances.

Disruption between London Fenchurch Street and West Ham

09:06 , Nuray Bulbul

Transportation between Limehouse and West Ham is being disrupted due to a signaling system malfunction.

Therefore it is possible for trains between West Ham and London Fenchurch Street to be cancelled, postponed, or altered until 10am today.

If you encounter a delay in finishing your journey today, you might be eligible for reimbursement.

Engineering work interrupts Southeastern services

08:56 , Nuray Bulbul

Some lines on the Southeastern network will be closed overnight from Monday night until Friday morning due to engineering work being done at several sites.

Until Friday, from 12.20am until the end of service, accessible buses will replace trains between Lewisham and Dartford via Bexleyheath.

Trains will be diverted to run via Sidcup instead.

Today the 11.07pm London St Pancras International to Ramsgate via Dover Priory service will run non stop between Dover Priory and Ramsgate by an alternative route and will stop additionally at Faversham.

And an accessible bus will run between Dover Priory and Sandwich, calling at all stations.

Cutty Sark DLR to be shut for 10 months

08:46 , Nuray Bulbul

Transport for London has stated that the main station that serves the historic town centre of Greenwich will be closed for up to 10 months.

In order to pay £4 million to restore all four of the station's damaged escalators, Cutty Sark DLR station will close on May 31 until "spring 2026."

Passengers have had to climb 121 stairs to leave the station or wait in a long line to use a small lift because they have had "shocking reliability" issues for at least three years.

With almost 7.6 million entrances and exits annually, Cutty Sark is the third busiest station on the DLR network, behind Canary Wharf and Limehouse.

Catch up on the full story here.

TfL problem causing private-hire drivers to struggle

08:36 , Nuray Bulbul

Due to a technical issue that delayed the renewal of their private-hire licenses, drivers are experiencing financial hardship and homelessness.

Issues with Transport for London's (TfL) new licensing system are affecting how quickly license updates or renewals are processed.

According to the App Drivers and Couriers' Union (ADCU), drivers are being forced into debt and having their cars repossessed as a result of the delays. They are requesting that temporary licenses be granted until the issues are fixed.

TfL has apologised and stated that it is trying to address any pressing licensing concerns.

TfL reports 20 people died in London bus incidents last year

08:26 , Nuray Bulbul

Twenty people lost their lives in collisions with or on board a London bus, TfL reports.

This comprised eight passengers, two cyclists, and 10 walkers. This is in contrast to the 17 bus-related deaths that occurred in 2023, seven of which included pedestrians.

There has been constant demand on TfL to take greater action to lower the number of traffic fatalities. In addition to an intermediate goal of no bus deaths by 2030, it maintains that it is still on track to meet Sir Sadiq's "vision zero" goal of eliminating road deaths in the capital by 2041.

Catherine Finnegan was one of the casualties, in January 2024, she was struck by a bus close to Victoria station.

You can read more about it here.

Minor delays on the Central line

08:16 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is currently facing minor delays due to a shortage of trains.

There is a good service on all other lines.

Serious delays on the A23

08:06 , Nuray Bulbul

The A23 is seeing heavy traffic at the junction of Stoats Nest Road.

Temporary traffic lights in operation to facilitate water leak repair work.

The A13 and A406 are also facing serious disruption.

Check before committing to your journey this morning.

Good services on all TfL lines

07:56 , Nuray Bulbul

Maybe for the first time in forever, London Underground and Overground lines are facing no disruption early hours of the day.

That said, Goodge Street tube station will remain shut today due to lack of staff at the station.

A13 also facing serious delays

07:46 , Nuray Bulbul

Lane closures and restrictions in place for flyover refurbishment works on the A13.

The delays are heavy on Newham Way (both directions) between East India Dock Road and Beckton Road.

On the night of Saturday April 12, the westbound carriageway will be closed 10pm.

Serious delays on the A406

07:36 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is very slow on the approach to A406.

The westbound closure for emergency gas works on North Circular Road is the cause behind the delay.

The delays have been occuring since Monday, March 31 and are expected to last until Friday, April 4.

Minor delays on the Jubilee line

Wednesday 2 April 2025 10:00 , Nuray Bulbul

The Jubilee line is now experiencing minor delays instead of severe delays.

The Bakerloo line is also experiencing minor delays between Queen's Park and Harrow & Wealdstone due to an earlier faulty train at Queen's Park.

But there is a good service on the rest of the line.

Disruption between South Croydon and East Croydon

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:50 , Nuray Bulbul

Trains are travelling at a slower pace on all lines due to animals on the South Croydon to East Croydon railway.

There may be a ten-minute delay or revision for trains passing through these areas.

Here are the full routes impacted:

• Gatwick Express between Brighton and London Victoria
• Southern between East Grinstead / Reigate and London Victoria, and also between Uckfield / Caterham and London Bridge
• Thameslink between Three Bridges and Bedford, and also between Horsham and Peterborough

RMT union demands tube staff should get priority access to affordable homes

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:40 , Nuray Bulbul

London Underground employees should have "priority access" to new residences being constructed by Transport for London, according to a Tube union.

In its submission to the yearly salary negotiations between TfL and the unions that represent the 16,500 Tube employees, the RMT has included the request.

It demands that "any joint housing development between TfL and property developers make social housing accessible to all first."

An RMT spokesperson said: “The union has always called for transport workers to be treated as key workers, like they were in the pandemic.

“Therefore it is only fair and proper that they get priority on social housing in London near to their places of work so they can keep London moving 24/7.”

Read more on it here.

TfL accused of not 'properly informing' Streatham residents

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:30 , Nuray Bulbul

Local Liberal Democrats have criticized plans to upgrade Streatham Hill's section of the A23 road with new pedestrian crossings and a protected bike track, claiming that people have not been adequately consulted on the plan.

Last Monday, Transport for London (TfL) declared that the project between Holmewood Road at the summit of Brixton Hill and Sternhold Avenue, adjacent to Streatham Hill station, will start construction this summer.

The plan also includes enhancements to bus lanes by eliminating parking and loading bays, making it safer and more enjoyable for people to stroll and cycle along the major road.

You can read about it here.

Issue at Elizabeth line fixed but Jubilee line continues facing delays

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:20 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line has fixed all issues and is currently running a good service.

The same can’t be said for the Jubilee and Bakerloo lines which are still running on minor delays.

Disruption at South Croydon

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Animals on the railway at South Croydon has meant that some lines lines are blocked.

Trains running through this station may be revised or delayed by up to 15 minutes.

Check your journey before you travel using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

Minor delays to Great Northern and Thameslink services

Wednesday 2 April 2025 09:00 , Nuray Bulbul

A trespasser on the railway earlier today in the New Barnet area is causing disruption to journeys through Potters Bar.

Trains running between Stevenage and London Kings Cross / Moorgate via Potters Bar are returning to normal but some services may still be delayed by up to 10 minutes.

Disruption is anticipated until 9.30am.

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:53 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is currently facing delays between Elephant & Castle and Queen's Park due to an earlier faulty train at Queen's Park.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

National Rail says Elizabeth line tickets will be accepted on other services

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:40 , Nuray Bulbul

Following delays and cancellations on the Elizabeth line, it has tweeted alternative services tickets will be accepted on.

It said: “#HeathrowTerminals - Elizabeth line tickets will be accepted on the following routes at no extra cost:- London Underground on the Piccadilly line- Local buses between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow- Great Western Railway between London Paddington Reading- South Western Railway between London Waterloo and Reading”

🎟️ #HeathrowTerminals - Elizabeth line tickets will be accepted on the following routes at no extra cost:
- London Underground on the Piccadilly line
- Local buses between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow
- Great Western Railway between London Paddington Reading
- South Western…

— National Rail (@nationalrailenq) April 2, 2025

Heathrow Express limits services

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:30 , Nuray Bulbul

Heathrow Express limits services to both directions due to a fire next to the track.

This is causing delays across the whole line.

The disruption is expected to last at least until midday.

Here are the affected routes:

• Heathrow Express between Heathrow Terminal 5 and London Paddington
• Elizabeth line between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Shenfield

Severe delays on the rest of the Elizabeth line

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:20 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line is part suspended between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow Terminals while it responds to a fire alert in the Heathrow area.

There are now severe delays on the rest of the line as a result between Paddington and Reading.

Social media users confused about cancellations on the Elizabeth line

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Users have taken to social media to complain about the cancellations and delays happening on the Elizabeth line.

One user tweeted: “Good morning the Elizabeth line has been cancelled this morning is the Heathrow express running?”

Good morning 👋 the Elizabeth line has been cancelled this morning is the Heathrow express running?

— Jon Dwiar (@JDwiar) April 2, 2025

Another user said: “Why can’t the Elizabeth Line work fully!!!! @TfL@MayorofLondon what do we pay an increase for!!!!”

Why can’t the Elizabeth Line work fully!!!! @TfL @MayorofLondon what do we pay an increase for!!!!🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

— Danielle Alexander 🇬🇧🇬🇾 (@_deedee33) April 2, 2025

While a third said: “Trains not running to @HeathrowAirport due to a ‘fire’ via our driver on the @TfL Elizabeth Line.”

Trains not running to @HeathrowAirport due to a ‘fire’ via our driver on the @TfL Elizabeth Line.

— Ben Hutton (@BenGHutton) April 2, 2025

A fourth asked: “I have a question: I am stuck on the Elizabeth Line and going back to our previous stop as apparently there is a fire on the tracks at Heathrow. Would you please give more info about the situation and how to get to Heathrow T3.”

I have a question: I am stuck on the Elizabeth Line and going back to our previous stop as apparently there is a fire on the tracks at Heathrow. Would you please give more info about the situation and how to get to Heathrow T3.

— Debora Toniolo (@toniolo100) April 2, 2025

Elizabeth line part suspended due to fire alert in the Heathrow area

Wednesday 2 April 2025 08:00 , Nuray Bulbul

Elizabeth line is currently providing no service between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow Terminals while it responds to a fire alert in the Heathrow area.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Train failure blocking lines on the Great Western Railway

Wednesday 2 April 2025 07:50 , Nuray Bulbul

A train failure is currently blocking the line between Reading / Aldershot and Guildford.

As a result, trains running between Reading /Aldershot and Guildford may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.

Your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost to yourself, on the South Western Railway services via any reasonable route.

Routes impacted:

Great Western Railway between Reading and Redhill / Gatwick Airport

South Western Railway between Farnham and Guildford

Delays to trains for Stansted Airport and Cambridge

Wednesday 2 April 2025 07:40 , Nuray Bulbul

Lines have now reopened following urgent repairs to the track between Bishops Stortford and Stansted Mountfitchet.

While service recovers, trains running between Stansted Airport/Cambridge and Liverpool Street Station may still be cancelled or revised.

Limited accessible replacement buses will operate between Bishops Stortford and Stansted Airport.

The disruption is expcted until 8am.

Serious delays on the A406

Wednesday 2 April 2025 07:30 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow on approach with traffic back towards Brent Cross Interchange.

The delay is due to lane one being closed westbound for emergency gas works.

Severe delays on the Jubilee line

Wednesday 2 April 2025 07:20 , Nuray Bulbul

The Jubilee line is reporting severe delays due to an earlier faulty train.

London Buses, Mildmay line, DLR, Elizabeth line, C2C, Southeastern and Thameslink are accepting tickets.

There is a good service on all other trains.

London Overground travel disruptions expected this week

Tuesday 1 April 2025 10:37 , Nuray Bulbul

There will be some planned maintenance along the Overground the course of the next four days. Fortunately, none are planned for any Underground lines, though unforeseen disruptions could still occur.

Weaver line

From Tuesday through Thursday, there are no Weaver line trains from Hackney Downs to Chingford after 10.45pm.

A train replacement bus will travel through Clapton, St James Street, Walthamstow Central, Wood Street, and Highams Park on its way from Hackney Downs to Chingford.

Suffragette line

The Suffragette service from Barking Riverside to Gospel Oak ends at Upper Holloway on Friday at 11:03pm.

Mildmay line

On Friday, the 11.17pm Richmond to Willesden Junction train will not run, and the 9.59pm Stratford to Richmond train will stop at Camden Road.

Full list of TfL's rejected Overground line names revealed

Tuesday 1 April 2025 10:27 , Nuray Bulbul

As part of the £6.3 million rebranding exercise last year, the whole list of names that were considered for the London Overground's six lines has been made public.

According to TfL, some of the names were rejected because it was decided to honour groups rather than individuals, others because they were difficult to hear clearly on announcements or might have been confused with words that are important for safety, and still others because there was a chance that they would be shortened or used as slurs.

The rejected names include Sunflower line, Willow line, Skylark line, and more.

You can see the full list here.

Good service on all lines

Tuesday 1 April 2025 10:17 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently a good service on all lines.

The Bakerloo line, which was facing some delays, has also resumed to a good service.

Amended late night Avanti West Coast service

Tuesday 1 April 2025 10:07 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place overnight on the fast lines between Wolverton and Rugby, closing all lines from Tuesday, April 1 to Thursday, April 3.

The following services will be diverted via Northampton, extending journey times:

• 21:04 Crewe to London Euston
• 22:03 London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly
• 22:30 London Euston to Wolverhampton
• 23:00 London Euston to Wolverhampton
• 23:30 London Euston to Wolverhampton

Good service resumes on the Elizabeth line

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:57 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line has returned back to its normal service after serious delays in the early hours of Tuesday.

The Bakerloo line is still facing minor delays between Queen's Park and Elephant & Castle due to a shortage of trains.

But there is still a good service on the rest of the line.

Traffic on the A2 back to normal

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:47 , Nuray Bulbul

Delay warning on the A2 has now been lifted.

There are still serious delays on the A3 and A316.

A3: Delays on approach with northbound traffic on the A3 Kingston bypass tailing beyond Keswick Avenue.

A316: Delays on approach with eastbound traffic on Chertsey road tailing back beyond Whitton Road Roundabout towards Medway. Southbound traffic on London road is tailing back towards Mogden Lane additional delays on all adjoining roads.

Elizabeth line: Disruption between Reading and London Paddington

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:37 , Nuray Bulbul

After a speed limit was placed on the Slough area's faulty track, lines have reopened.

It is still possible for trains between these stations to be cancelled, postponed by up to twenty minutes, or changed.

A delay in services is expected all day.

Routes impacted:

Elizabeth line services between Reading / Maidenhead and London Paddington

Great Western Railway services to / from London Paddington

Transport for London is cutting the cost of hiring an electric “Boris bike”

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:27 , Nuray Bulbul

Batteries included: TfL’s e-bikes are twice as popular as the traditional Boris bike (Ross Lydall)

In an effort to counter the popularity of Lime e-bikes, Transport for London is lowering the cost of renting an electric “Boris bike.”

A 30-minute TfL bike rental will cost £3 to 30p less starting on April 6 than it does now.

This would be less expensive than renting a dockless e-bike from Lime or Forest, according to TfL, whose bikes are emblazoned with Santander logos because of the sponsorship agreement.

However, Forest stated that its bikes were also available for £3.

A variety of payment methods are available from Lime and Forest, two companies that have become market leaders in London's rental bike industry.

Read more about it here.

Serious delays on the A2

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:22 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow on approach to Old Kent Road with delays back to Commercial Way.

The delays are due to an earlier broken down vehicle.

Delays on the Elizabeth and Bakerloo lines

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:17 , Nuray Bulbul

Delays are still ongoing on the Elizabeth and Bakerloo lines.

Bakerloo line: Minor delays between Queen's Park and Elephant & Castle due to a shortage of trains.

Elizabeth line: Severe delays between Hayes & Harlington and Reading due to a track fault at Slough.

Disruption at Hackney Downs

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:12 , Nuray Bulbul

After a passenger became unwell aboard a train at Hackney Downs, lines have reopened. Trains may still be changed, cancelled, or delayed by up to 30 minutes until 10:15.

Routes impacted

Greater Anglia services between Cambridge / Cambridge North / Ely / Hertford East / Stansted Airport and London Liverpool Street

London Overground services between Cheshunt / Chingford / Enfield Town and London Liverpool Street

Stansted Express services between Stansted Airport and London Liverpool Street

London's roadwork hotspots uncovered

Tuesday 1 April 2025 09:07 , Nuray Bulbul

Months of road construction and closures have degraded London regions, causing heavy traffic and irate comments from motorists, locals, and business owners.

The Standard has identified the capital's roadworks hotspots.

Over 400 existing and planned roadworks are visible throughout Greater London on an interactive map provided by Transport for London.

According to data analysis, roadworks are most concentrated in central London, with residents of Kensington and Chelsea calling the upkeep “the worst in history.”

Belgravia, a wealthy neighbourhood known for its opulent townhouses and famous residents like Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber and Dame Joan Collins, is being disturbed by the noise of jackhammers, drilling, and pavement excavation.

You can learn more about the other hotspots on our article here.

Need to claim a TfL refund?

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:57 , Nuray Bulbul

Use the Oyster contact form to get in touch with TfL regarding Oyster and photocard refunds.

Alternatively log in to your Oyster and Contactless accounts to apply for contactless reimbursements. Make an account right now if you don't already have one.

TfL said its aware that certain clients cannot view trips taken in August 2024.

District line resumes good service

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:53 , Nuray Bulbul

The District line, which was facing minor delays, in the early hours of Tuesday has now resumed good service.

The Elizabeth and Bakerloo lines are still facing delays.

Are you struggling with TfL prices?

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:47 , Nuray Bulbul

Transport for London (TfL) last month increased its train and Underground fares by 4.6 per cent.

This means that a single Tube journey within zone 1 will increase from £2.80 to £2.90 at peak times and £2.70 to £2.80 off peak.

A Zone 1-4 Tube journey will increase 20p, to £4.60 at peak times and to £3.40 off peak.

There are certain things you can do to fight TfL prices.

You can utilise a rail card, opt for off-peak travel and consider cycling.

If you would like to learn more tips, have a look at our piece here.

Delays across several London Underground lines

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:38 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth, District and Bakerloo lines are all facing delays on their services this morning.

Elizabeth line - Severe delays between Hayes & Harlington and Reading due to a track fault at Slough.

District Line - Minor delays between Earl's Court and Ealing Broadway / Richmond due to train cancellations

Bakerloo Line - Minor delays between Queen's Park and Elephant & Castle due to a shortage of trains.

TfL launches consultation on new Superloop express

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:27 , Nuray Bulbul

A new Superloop express bus route through the northeastern suburbs of London is being suggested, and residents are being solicited for their opinions.

The proposed SL12 route between Gants Hill and Rainham, which would make stops at Newbury Park, Romford, and Elm Park stations, is now open for public comment.

Following criticism of Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan for excluding the borough of Havering from the Superloop's initial 2023 announcement, this would be the first Superloop bus to service the area.

“We are pleased to be working with TfL on a proposed SL12 Superloop route in the borough, something our residents really need and want,” said Havering Council leader Ray Morgon.

Every day, services would operate from approximately 5am until half past midnight, with buses departing every 12 minutes on weekdays and every 15 minutes on Sundays and early weekdays.

You can learn more about the Superloop here.

The Standard got a peek of the new Silvertown tunnel ahead of its opening

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:21 , Nuray Bulbul

The southbound entrance to the Silvertown tunnel, with the observation tower overhead (Ross Lydall)

One week before it opens, a number of journalists, including The Standard, were invited to glimpse inside the £2.2 billion twin-bore tunnel on Monday.

The tunnel, which will connect North Greenwich with Canning Town and the Royal Docks, is anticipated to open on Monday, April 7, with 25,000 vehicle trips per day.

Southbound Again: First look inside the finished Silvertown tunnel (Ross Lydall)

Drivers will pay £4 during peak hours and £1.50 during off-peak hours; there is no fee between 10pm and 6am.

You can read more about it here.

Minor delays on the District line

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:13 , Nuray Bulbul

There are currently minor delays on the District line between Embankment and Ealing Broadway/Richmond due to train cancellations.

A good service operates on the rest of the line.

Serious delays on the A316

Tuesday 1 April 2025 08:07 , Nuray Bulbul

There are currently serious delays on the A316, along Chertsey Road, where restrictions are in place for junction improvement works.

Delays on approach with eastbound traffic on Chertsey road tailing back beyond Whitton Road Roundabout towards Medway.

Southbound traffic on London road is tailing back towards Mogden Lane additional delays on all adjoining roads.

Reduced service between Reading and London Paddington

Tuesday 1 April 2025 07:43 , Nuray Bulbul

Reduced service between Reading and London Paddington expected until the end of the day.

Elizabeth line services between Reading and Maidenhead and London Paddington

And the reduced service is impacting Great Western Railway services to and from London Paddington.

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line

Tuesday 1 April 2025 07:23 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line but only between between Queen's Park and Elephant & Castle due to a shortage of trains.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

The Elizabeth line is also facing delays to its services.

Severe delays on the Elizabeth line

Tuesday 1 April 2025 07:15 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line is currently facing severe delays between Hayes & Harlington and Reading due to a track fault at Slough.

Tickets are being accepted on Great Western Railways.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Minor delays and part suspension across several London Underground lines

Monday 31 March 2025 09:13 , Nuray Bulbul

Central, Metropolitan, Piccadilly and Waterloo & City lines are all experiencing delays on their services.

The delay is impacting the entire Central and Waterloo and City lines.

The Metropolitan line is seeing delays between Baker Street and Aldgate while TfL fixes a points failure at Aldgate. There are minor delays between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge due to an earlier faulty train at Uxbridge.

But there is a good service on the rest of the line.

Piccadilly is part suspended between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge due to a faulty train at Uxbridge.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Piccadilly line part suspended

Monday 31 March 2025 08:52 , Nuray Bulbul

No service on the Piccadilly line between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge due to a faulty train at Uxbridge.

But there is a good service on the rest of the line.

The Metropolitan, Central, and Waterloo & City lines are also facing minor delays.

Serious delays towards Putney Bridge

Monday 31 March 2025 08:35 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is being diverted on the approach to Putney Bridge (both directions) which is currently restricted due to an emergency services incident.

Use an alternative route.

Angel station closed due to unavailability of staff

Monday 31 March 2025 08:02 , Nuray Bulbul

Angel London Underground station based in Islington is not in operation on Monday morning due to unavailability of staff.

The station is situated on the Bank branch of the Northern line, between King's Cross St. Pancras and Old Street stations.

Disruption between East Croydon and London Bridge via Tulse Hill

Monday 31 March 2025 07:59 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault with the signalling system at Tulse Hill means trains between East Croydon and London Bridge via Tulse Hill may be cancelled or delayed by up to 20 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 12pm.

Services that typically travel via Tulse Hill between East Croydon and London Bridge, stopping at every station, will now travel via Forest Hill. As a result, the following stations will not have service to London Bridge:

• Selhurst
• Thornton Heath
• Norbury
• Streatham Common
• Streatham (Greater London)

Please travel to East Croydon and change for a train to London Bridge, or travel to London Victoria and make use of the ticket acceptance that has been arranged.

Minor delays on the Central line

Monday 31 March 2025 07:43 , Nuray Bulbul

There are currently minor delays on the Central line due to train cancellations.

The Metropolitan and Waterloo and City lines are also facing minor delays.

There is a good service on the rest of the TfL Underground lines.

Serious delays on the A3

Monday 31 March 2025 07:36 , Nuray Bulbul

There are currently serious delays on the A3.

The delay is at the junction of Roehampton Vale (Northbound) after lane one (of two) is closed at Kingston Vale to facilitate Thames Water Works.

Disruption between Southampton Central and Brockenhurst expected until 9am

Monday 31 March 2025 07:31 , Nuray Bulbul

South Western Railway lines have reopened following overrunning engineering works between Southampton Central and Brockenhurst.

Trains running between these stations may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised whilst service recovers.

Here are the full routes impacted:

• Between London Waterloo / Winchester and Bournemouth
• Between London Waterloo / Southampton Central / Brockenhurst and Poole
• Between London Waterloo and Waymouth, between Southampton Central and Bournemouth / Poole / Weymouth
• Between Brockenhurst and Lymington Pier

Delays are expected until 9am.

Minor delays on the Metropolitan and Waterloo and City lines

Monday 31 March 2025 07:19 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays on both the TfL Underground lines.

The Metropolitan line is facing minor delays between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Aldgate while we fix a points failure at Aldgate. There is a good service on the rest of the line.

And in terms of the Waterloo and City Line, the minor delays are due to train cancellations.

There is a good service on all other lines.

M1 crash causes severe delays for Luton Airport travellers

Friday 28 March 2025 10:51 , Sami Quadri

Motorists travelling from London to Luton Airport faced major disruption this morning following a serious multi-vehicle crash on the M1.

The collision, involving two lorries, a van, and three cars, happened around 9am on the northbound carriageway between junction 11 (Luton) and junction 11a (Houghton Regis).

Emergency services remain at the scene, and traffic officers are helping vehicles caught in the closure. National Highways said drivers trapped within the affected stretch will be turned around and diverted off the motorway at junction 11.

Queues are stretching back beyond junction 10 for Luton Airport, affecting journeys from London to the airport and causing knock-on delays for those driving north from the capital via the M1.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes if possible.

Minor delays on the Metropolitan line

Friday 28 March 2025 09:27 , Nuray Bulbul

Metropolitan line is now operating its service with minor delays instead of severe.

The minor delays are due to an earlier fire alert at Wembley Park.

Disruption between Botley and Fareham expected until 11am

Friday 28 March 2025 09:16 , Nuray Bulbul

There is curently a disruption between Botley and Fareham after a fault with the signalling system is causing the line towards Fareham to be blocked.

As a result, trains running through these stations from London Waterloo may be delayed by up to 20 minutes or diverted.

Until further notice, trains from Eastleigh to Fareham and Portsmouth will be diverted via Southampton.

Disruption is expected to last until 11am.

Severe delays on the Metropolitan line

Friday 28 March 2025 08:51 , Nuray Bulbul

There are currently severe delays on the Metropolitan line due to an earlier fire alert at Wembley Park.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, Lioness line and Chiltern Railway services via reasonable routes.

M25 weekend closure

Friday 28 March 2025 08:50 , Nuray Bulbul

The M25 junction 28/Brook Street roundabout will be closed for a series of weekends in March and April.

The first closure will take place from 11pm on Friday until 5am on Monday.

You are advised to take these diversions during the weekend:

• To exit the A12 westbound and join the M25: continue to Gallows Corner, then follow the A127 to M25 junction 29
• To exit the M25 anticlockwise: continue to junction 27 following the M11, A406, A12
• To exit the M25 clockwise: continue to junction 29 then follow the A127, A12

Good service resumes on the Bakerloo line

Friday 28 March 2025 08:29 , Nuray Bulbul

After severe and minor delays on the early hours of Friday morning, Bakerloo line is back to providing a good service.

There is now a good service on all London Underground lines.

Serious delays on the A316

Friday 28 March 2025 08:14 , Nuray Bulbul

There are serious delays on Chertsey Road on the A316.

Traffic is slow on approach eastbound with delays back to Whitton Road.

There are lane restrictions in place for junction improvement works at the junction of A310.

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line

Friday 28 March 2025 07:48 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is continuing to face minor delays on Friday morning due to a late finish of engineering work.

The delay is impacting the whole line.

Good service resumes on the District line

Friday 28 March 2025 07:33 , Nuray Bulbul

District line has lifted its severe delay warning for Friday morning as it goes back to providing a good service.

The Bakerloo line is still experiencing delays.

Severe delays on the Bakerloo and District lines

Friday 28 March 2025 07:23 , Nuray Bulbul

Two of London Underground’s lines are facing severe delays on Friday morning.

Bakerloo line is seeing severe delays between Queen's Park and Harrow & Wealdstone due to earlier late finish of engineering work. There are minor delays on the rest of the line. Valid tickets are being accepted on buses.

While District line is experiencing severe delays between Edgware Road and Wimbledon while a signal failure at Fulham Broadway is addressed. There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Signalling fault blocks line between Dartford and London Bridge

Thursday 27 March 2025 16:55 , Sami Quadri

Commuters are facing delays and cancellations this afternoon due to a signalling fault at Slade Green.

The issue has blocked the line from Dartford towards London Bridge, affecting Southeastern services to London Cannon Street and Thameslink trains between Rainham (Kent) and destinations including Kentish Town, West Hampstead Thameslink, Luton, and Bedford.

Passengers are being warned to expect cancellations, delays of up to 15 minutes, or revised services.

Disruption is expected to continue until at least 6pm. Travellers are advised to check before they travel.

Barkingside station access limited

Thursday 27 March 2025 15:42 , Arielle Domb

The ramp providing level access between the platforms and the trains is not in service due to staff unavailability.

Maryland station step-free access limited

Thursday 27 March 2025 15:41 , Arielle Domb

Step-free access is not available at Maryland station to a faulty lift.

A3212 traffic

Thursday 27 March 2025 15:12 , Arielle Domb

Traffic is slow moving on the A3212 in both directions between King Charles Street and Bridge Street due to borough works.

Central line minor delays

Thursday 27 March 2025 15:09 , Arielle Domb

There are minor delays on the Central line due to an earlier signal failure at Shepherd’s Bush.

There is a good service on all other lines.

Major disruption ahead on DLR, Overground and more this weekend

Thursday 27 March 2025 13:10 , Sami Quadri

Londoners face travel disruption this weekend, with no DLR services between Poplar/Stratford International and Beckton/Woolwich Arsenal on Saturday and Sunday. Replacement buses will run.

The Waterloo & City line remains closed as usual over the weekend.

On London Overground, the Mildmay line faces disruption early Friday morning and no services between Camden Road and Stratford on Saturday. The Suffragette line won't run between Barking and Barking Riverside on Sunday, while Weaver line trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford stop after 10.45pm Sunday. The Windrush line faces multiple closures on Sunday, with replacement buses operating.

TfL advises checking updates before travelling.

Just Stop Oil to stop protesting

Thursday 27 March 2025 11:40

One bit of news for London’s commuters to note is that controversial protesting group Just Stop Oil have announced that it will cease direct action, with a final protest in Parliament Square on April 26.

At least commuters will have one less obstacle to deal with.

Read the full story here.

Northern Line hit by severe delays after earlier customer incident

Thursday 27 March 2025 11:08 , Sami Quadri

Passengers on the Northern Line face severe delays this afternoon following an earlier customer incident.

Transport for London (TfL) confirmed major disruption across the entire line, advising passengers to allow extra time for their journeys.

To help commuters get to their destinations, tickets are currently being accepted on alternative transport, including London Buses, London Trams, Southwestern Railway, Southeastern Railway, Great Northern and Thameslink services via reasonable routes.

TfL has apologised to passengers for the inconvenience and urged commuters to check the latest travel updates before travelling.

Graffiti on TfL network

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:36

Graffiti is “everywhere” on central line carriages, according to one passenger.

@TfL The graffiti on the central line is appalling-and it’s everywhere. Every train, and nearly every carriage.

— Will (@WillMLondon) March 27, 2025

Rising TfL costs

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:33 , Arielle Domb

Londoners complain about TfL fare increases after numerous delays, particularly when travelling to the airport.

How is @tfl justifying the increases in fares given the amount of delays that we are having across the TfL network particularly the Jubilee, Northern, District and Piccadilly lines? Trips to the airport have become more stressful than and just as lengthy as actual trips abroad.

— Sanja Paic (@SanjaPaic) March 27, 2025

Find out how to save money on the Tube here.

Central line minor delays

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:28

There are now minor delays on the Central line, following severe delays this morning.

There are still severe delays on the Northern line and minor delays on the Bakerloo and Circle line.

Gambling adverts on tube

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:24 , Arielle Domb

Gambling adverts are spotted on London tubes, despite Sir Sadiq Khan’s pledge to ban them.

pic.twitter.com/y8b41kNY93

— Martin Paterson. @Beatthefix (@MartinPaterso13) March 27, 2025

Find out more here.

London Euston cleared

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:22 , Arielle Domb

Trains are now running normally after an earlier broken-down train between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central.

Safeguarding London's black taxis

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:21 , Arielle Domb

The “Knowledge” test taken by London black cab drivers is changing in a bid to preserve the long-term future of the taxi trade.

It’s one of a series of 14 pledges in a new action plan from Transport for London geared to support the taxi and minicab industry over the next five years.

Find out more here.

Cost of hiring electric Boris bikes reduced

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:19 , Arielle Domb

Transport for London is cutting the cost of hiring an electric “Boris bike” as it bids to fight back against the popularity of Lime e-bikes.

Find out more here.

District line good service

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:16 , Arielle Domb

There is now a good service on the District line.

There are still severe delays on the Northern line and on parts of the Central line.

The Bakerloo line is experiencing minor delays.

Resumed services at Raynes Park

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:11 , Arielle Domb

Lines have reopened following an earlier fault on a train at Raynes Park. Services are no longer affected by this incident.

Free bus travel for under 18s

Thursday 27 March 2025 10:10

A pilot scheme is offering under 18s in Barnsley free bus travel to school or work.

The initiative will begin on August 1.

Severe delays on Central line

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:51

There are severe delays between White City and Ealing Broadway/West Ruislip and between Leytonstone and Epping/Woodford via Hainault.

There are minor delays on the rest of the line.

This is due to an earlier signal failure at Shepherd's Bush.

Severe delays on the Northern Line

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:41

There are severe delays on the Northern Line following a customer incident at Camden.

Tickets will be accepted on London buses and trams, the Southwestern Railway, Southeastern Railway, Great Northern and Thameslink services via reasonable routes.

LNER train terminated at Newcastle

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:35 , Arielle Domb

The 05.48am Edinburgh to London Kings Cross train due at 10:39am will be terminated at Newcastle, due to sheep on the railway.

LNER trains cancelled

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:34

The 11.00am LNER train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh will be cancelled due to sheep on the railway.

A10 and A3212 serious delays

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:30

There are serious delays on the Bishopsgate Cross Route (A10), on Parliament Street (A3212) in both directions between King Charles Street and Bridge Street (A302).

This is due to a vehicle collision and borough works.

There are moderate delays on other Central London Red Routes.

Big crowds at Stratford

Thursday 27 March 2025 09:22

Long wait times and big crowds at Central line stations this morning, according to passengers.

One day @tfl are going to kill someone at stratford with the central line shuttle train kettle. pic.twitter.com/F4DwmJzxqx

— Oliviniho 🔴⚪️ (@Oliviniho) March 27, 2025

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