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Green London will double roadside wildflower verges to tackle climate change

London will double roadside wildflower verges to tackle climate change

Transport for London says it's reducing mowing frequency to "encourage wildflowers".
By James Fossdyke 5 June 2023
Safety 2022 saw fewer road deaths in London than any non-Covid year

2022 saw fewer road deaths in London than any non-Covid year

Only lockdown-hit 2020 and 2021 saw fewer deaths on the streets of London.
By James Fossdyke 30 May 2023
Government Ambulances, police and fire vehicles now allowed in London bus lanes

Ambulances, police and fire vehicles now allowed in London bus lanes

Non-emergency vehicles used by the police and NHS can now use bus lanes in the capital with impunity.
By James Fossdyke 26 May 2023
Government UK: RAC finds issues with most 'yellow boxes' councils plan to enforce

UK: RAC finds issues with most 'yellow boxes' councils plan to enforce

The motoring organisation says drivers could be unfairly fined, and the government should sort out its guidance on the matter.
By James Fossdyke 4 May 2023
Industry Almost 700,000 drivers could be paying ULEZ after summer expansion

Almost 700,000 drivers could be paying ULEZ after summer expansion

The RAC says there should be more support for drivers who live in and around the capital.
By James Fossdyke 27 March 2023
Safety

"Improvements" in safety after London gets 20mph limits

Transport for London says 20mph limits have made roads safer since their introduction in 2020.
By James Fossdyke 17 February 2023
Government ULEZ expansion boosts TfL coffers by more than £90 million

ULEZ expansion boosts TfL coffers by more than £90 million

The RAC says the ULEZ expansion has made London's transport authority an extra £93 million in just eight months.
By James Fossdyke 24 October 2022
Government London set to increase fines for 'red route' contraventions

London set to increase fines for 'red route' contraventions

Transport for London is upping the maximum fine to £160.
By James Fossdyke 13 January 2022
Government London Congestion Charge to be suspended over Christmas

London Congestion Charge to be suspended over Christmas

And the scheme's operating hours will be reduced from February 21.
By James Fossdyke 20 December 2021
Safety London aims to 'accelerate' introduction of 20 mph speed limits

London aims to 'accelerate' introduction of 20 mph speed limits

The new speed limits will cover almost 140 miles of the capital's roads by 2024.
By James Fossdyke 19 November 2021
Safety London ponders higher fines for stopping on red routes

London ponders higher fines for stopping on red routes

The maximum fine could rise to £160 if new proposals are passed.
By James Fossdyke 17 August 2021
Safety London to employ new tech to make roads safer

London to employ new tech to make roads safer

Transport for London hopes new systems can improve safety and accessibility.
By James Fossdyke 16 August 2021
Safety Londoners urged to watch out for each other to boost biker safety

Londoners urged to watch out for each other to boost biker safety

It comes as figures show demand for bikes is up by a third in the capital.
By James Fossdyke 25 May 2021
Safety London's 'congestion-cutting' lane rental roadworks scheme to grow

London's 'congestion-cutting' lane rental roadworks scheme to grow

It's hoped changes to the scheme will make it safer for vulnerable road users.
By James Fossdyke 26 February 2021
Government Londoners urged to find car 'alternative' when kids go back to school

Londoners urged to find car 'alternative' when kids go back to school

Transport for London wants people to walk, cycle or use public transport.
By James Fossdyke 20 August 2020
Government Industry body 'bemused' by decision to raise London congestion charge

Industry body 'bemused' by decision to raise London congestion charge

The charge has risen to £15 from today.
By James Fossdyke 19 May 2020
Safety Speed limits in central London will fall to 20mph on Monday

Speed limits in central London will fall to 20mph on Monday

Almost 9km of roads in the centre of London will be affected.
By James Fossdyke 28 February 2020
Technology London gets new online service for reporting problems with roads

London gets new online service for reporting problems with roads

Transport for London says the system helps make moving around the capital easier and safer.
By James Fossdyke 19 December 2019
Safety London launches 'world-leading' lorry safety scheme

London launches 'world-leading' lorry safety scheme

Businesses are being urged to get their vehicles permits as soon as possible.
By James Fossdyke 1 November 2019
Safety London proposes new schemes to make roadworks less disruptive

London proposes new schemes to make roadworks less disruptive

Measures include a new "Roadworks Charter" designed to improve safety.
By James Fossdyke 11 October 2019
Safety London introduces new scheme to improve safety and air quality

London introduces new scheme to improve safety and air quality

Borough-level project is designed to make London safer and healthier.
By James Fossdyke 21 August 2019
Safety Almost 4,000 people killed or injured on London roads last year

Almost 4,000 people killed or injured on London roads last year

Cyclists, pedestrians and bikers made up the majority of casualties.
By James Fossdyke 1 October 2018
London Taxi Drivers Consider Suing Uber For £1.25 Billion

London Taxi Drivers Consider Suing Uber For £1.25 Billion

Black cab drivers are seeking compensation for lost earnings.
By Dominik Wilde 25 July 2018
Government TfL suspends non-essential roadworks amid row over funding

TfL suspends non-essential roadworks amid row over funding

TfL has called for its £700m operating grant to be reinstated.
By James Fossdyke 22 February 2018
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