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Bakerloop bus route revenue doubles TfL forecasts

TfL's new Bakerloop bus service has carried 367,000 passengers and generated £231,000 in just 10 weeks, more than double initial projections. Discover the impact of this interim solution ahead of the Bakerloo line extension.

London station renamed '&' during WWII blackout

Discover the strange WWII tale of Bushey & Oxhey station, nicknamed 'Ampersand' after signs were painted over to confuse invaders. A quirky slice of London transport history.

Bakerloo Line rebranded 'Bakerl0.0' for two-week campaign

London's Bakerloo line is temporarily renamed 'Bakerl0.0' as TfL partners with Heineken 0.0, offering free alcohol-free beer and suspending the tube drinking ban. Discover the details and how to get your free drink.

Tube graffiti costs TfL up to £11m a year to clean

Transport for London spends up to £11 million annually tackling a graffiti 'spike' on Tube trains, with the Central Line described as resembling Gotham City. Discover the clean-up costs and efforts.

DLR extension to unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs

A major DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead, backed by government funding, is set to unlock 30,000 new homes and create 10,000 jobs, transforming travel and housing in East London.

South Londoners push for DLR extension to Bexley

Overwhelming public support for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, with calls to go further to Bexley. The £1.7bn project, backed by government, aims to unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs. Read the latest.

Pubs get 1am closing for World Cup knockouts

UK pubs can serve until 1am if England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirms the extension to boost the struggling hospitality sector.

U-turn on Manchester to London 'ghost train' plan

The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.

Full list of TfL closures for December 2025

Plan your London travel this December with our complete guide to TfL closures affecting the Tube, Overground, and Elizabeth line. Check dates and alternative routes now.

Elizabeth Line Area With Houses £200k Cheaper

Discover Goodmayes, a green East London suburb on the Elizabeth Line where average house prices are £454,175 - over £200k less than the London average. Explore its parks, schools, and community spirit.

Moor Park: London's Hidden Posh Underground Station

Discover Moor Park, the unique Metropolitan line station in a posh Hertfordshire neighbourhood. Uncover its wartime history, Charles Holden architecture, and why it remains a hidden gem. Explore London's Tube secrets!

London's Secret Mail Rail: The Tiny Tube Line

Discover the forgotten 'Mail Rail', a tiny underground railway that transported post beneath London's streets for decades. Explore its unique history and why it closed.

Casualty on track causes Piccadilly Line chaos

Major disruption on London's Piccadilly Line after emergency services respond to a casualty on the track at Hammersmith station. District Line services also affected. Get the latest travel updates.

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