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washingtonpost.compolitics13 hrs ago
National Audit Office to Review Lower Thames Crossing Tunnel Project
The UK's spending watchdog will examine the tunnel project after campaigners raised concerns over rising costs and missing documentation. More than £3 billion in public funds have already been committed to the scheme connecting Kent and Essex.
news.sky.comworld2 days ago
Bus operator files legal claim after £4.3m electric funding rejected
McGill's submitted a claim to the Competition Appeal Tribunal after the Scottish government denied its bid for £4.3 million in zero-emission bus funding. The Greenock-based firm had received support in the first two phases of the ScotZeb scheme.
globalnews.caworld2 days ago
Trackside Fire at Stratford Station Cancels 46 Train Services
A brush fire beside the tracks at London's Stratford station disrupted rail services across Essex and east London on Friday morning. London Fire Brigade brought the blaze under control by 10 p.m. the previous evening after deploying eight engines and 60 firefighters. Power to ove…
news.sky.comworld3 days ago
Flibco Driver Denies Boarding to First-in-Queue Passenger After She Enters Coach Early at Stansted
An internal review found no evidence of racist or discriminatory conduct by the coach driver. Passenger Kassandra Gordon was denied boarding after entering the vehicle early and refusing to exit for safety checks.
thesouthafrican.comworld3 days ago
Air Zimbabwe to Resume Harare-London Gatwick Flights July 22 Using Leased Airbus
The airline will operate three weekly round trips on an Airbus A330-300 leased from a Spanish carrier. Promotional fares start at £490 one way from London and US$495 from Harare.
news.sky.comworld4 days ago
England records most 34C days in a year
Amber alerts now cover almost all of England through Sunday evening. The current heatwave has produced the eighth day this year with temperatures at or above 34C.
onemileatatime.comworld4 days ago
Eurostar Pushes British Authorities to Expand Saint Pancras Terminal
Eurostar hosted a July 8 London event to urge expansion of Saint Pancras station as Virgin prepares to enter the Paris-London route around 2030.
themandarin.com.auworld5 days ago
Victoria Regional Rail Services Remain Suspended After Telstra Outage
A nationwide telecommunications outage caused by a software defect continues to disrupt Victoria's regional rail network. V/Line has advised passengers not to travel and is operating very limited replacement bus services.
news.google.comfinance6 days ago
Electric two- and three-wheelers reached 15% global market share in 2025
Sales of electric two- and three-wheelers hit 11 million units last year. Growth in Viet Nam and Türkiye drove the increase.
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news.sky.comworld6 days ago
DVLA Records 7,381 Number-Plate Thefts Last Year, Up 30 Percent
DVLA data show 7,381 number plates reported stolen in the most recent full year, up from 5,683 the year before. Suspected cloning cases reached 11,394, a 53 percent increase from 2021 levels.
databricks.comworld6 days ago
UK Insurance Payouts for E-Scooter and E-Bike Injuries Reach £110 Million
The Motor Insurers Bureau has recorded £110 million in total damages for injuries from e-scooters and e-bikes since the first claim in 2019. The total more than doubled in the past year as claims rose to 168 in 2025.
link.springer.comworld8 days ago
Ammonium Nitrate Truck Collision Kills Two and Injures Four on Inner Mongolia Highway
A truck carrying ammonium nitrate collided with another vehicle and exploded on National Highway 331 in Xilingol League. The blast at 11:27 a.m. on 5 July 2026 killed two people and injured four others.
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bbc.co.uksports8 days agoUpdated
World Cup opening kickoff moved earlier, pubs revise hours
Organizers shifted the World Cup opening kickoff to an earlier time slot, forcing pubs across the country to adjust operating hours and staffing. The change affects venues that normally close before late matches end.
news.sky.comfinance9 days ago
HMRC Raises Mileage Allowance to 55p per Mile for First 10,000 Business Miles
The tax authority lifted the rate from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to April 6. Up to three million workers stand to gain from the first increase in 15 years as part of Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax package.
forbes.comworld9 days ago
Investigation Tests Whether Car Safety Systems and HGV Underrun Bars Can Prevent Rear-End Crashes
National Highways began research with European partners after 2024 data showed HGVs in nearly one-fifth of fatal or serious crashes despite low traffic share. Tests examined vehicle braking systems and underrun bars on English motorways and A-roads.
news.sky.comworld9 days ago
BBC Radio London Presenter Returns After Train Crash That Killed Driver and Injured 162
Jo Good resumed her Late Night Jo program on Friday after recovering from four facial fractures. The June 19 collision near Elstow killed one driver and injured 162 people. bbc.co.uk reported the details.
world11 days ago
Namibia Rejects Toll Gate Plans on National Roads
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi said on July 2 that the government has rejected proposals to introduce toll gates. The plan, first introduced in 2021, aimed to fund road maintenance with 21 to 23 gates across the network.
news.sky.comworld11 days ago
UK shields Lower Thames Crossing from cuts while scaling back other road and energy schemes for defence boost
The UK government confirmed Tuesday that the £11bn Lower Thames Crossing will proceed despite cuts to other road and energy projects. The move supports a £15bn increase in defence spending announced by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
nbcnews.comworld11 days ago
Six Automakers Recall 146,505 Vehicles in South Korea
Hyundai Motor, BYD Korea and four other firms will fix defects across 38 models. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced the voluntary actions on July 2.
news.sky.comworld12 days ago
UK Retailers Sell Private E-Scooters with Legal Warnings After Removing Some Commuting References
The Independent reported that Currys, Argos, Halfords and Amazon promote privately owned e-scooters with references to work travel and urban riding. UK law restricts such vehicles to private land only. Government data recorded 10 deaths and 1,484 injuries from e-scooter collision…
Atlantic Councilworld13 days ago
Three Seas Initiative Marks 10th Anniversary at Dubrovnik Summit
The Three Seas Initiative held its 10th anniversary summit and business forum in Dubrovnik, Croatia, on April 28–29, 2026. Participants discussed energy, transport, and digital infrastructure projects and announced Italy as a new partner country.
retailgazette.co.uktechnology14 days ago
Ministers Signal Support for Law Change Allowing Delivery Robots on England Pavements
The government plans to update rules on micromobility vehicles to permit low-speed autonomous delivery robots on pavements. Safety groups have raised concerns about congestion and pedestrian risks. Starship Technologies seeks to expand its fleet if the change proceeds.
abcnews.go.comworld14 days ago
Kenya Transport Agency Says School Buses Face No Penalties Under New Rules
The National Transport and Safety Authority stated that enforcement of several 2026 vehicle inspection requirements has not begun. School transport operators and commercial vehicle owners will not face penalties for non-compliance with the affected rules.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld16 days ago
UK Heatwave Cancels 2,600 Rail Services and Closes Schools
Record June temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius disrupted transport, education, and health services across parts of England. Officials issued do-not-travel warnings and several hospitals reported equipment failures.
citizen.co.zaai17 days ago
UK Adds ANPR Cameras While Court Backlogs for Motoring Cases Grow
GB News reported that the UK has around 12,000 ANPR cameras scanning over 100 million plates daily. More councils are using the system for traffic enforcement while the Department for Transport considers penalty points and vehicle seizures for untaxed cars.
business17 days ago
Two men convicted in 2024 Transport for London cyber-attack
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair pleaded guilty to carrying out the attack that disrupted TfL services for months. Both had prior cyber-offending records and were known to police before the breach.
deccanchronicle.comworld18 days ago
UK Records Highest June Temperature as Heat Disrupts Transport and Schools
Southern England reached 36.1°C on Wednesday, the highest June temperature on record. Train operators reduced speeds and multiple schools closed because infrastructure is not designed for such heat.
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azernews.azfinance19 days ago
Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan Sign Trade and Transport Agreements
Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan signed multiple agreements on June 22 covering trade, customs, transport, energy, agriculture, banking, and labor migration. The pacts aim to expand cargo flows along the Middle Corridor trade route between Central Asia and Europe.
theolivepress.esworld19 days ago
UK Heat Pump Installations Rose 7 Percent in 2025 Despite Grant Cut
The UK's independent climate advisors reported a sharp slowdown in heat pump uptake last year. Growth fell to 7 percent from 56 percent in 2024 after the government ended a scheme that funded installations for lower-income homes. Electric vehicle sales continued to climb despite…
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German Train Services Resume After Nationwide Radio Outage Stranded Passengers
Deutsche Bahn restored operations across Germany early Wednesday after repairing a digital railway radio system disruption. The outage halted all trains late Tuesday and left passengers stranded at stations. The operator will provide taxi and hotel vouchers along with replacement…
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news.google.comworld20 days ago
Met Office Issues Red Warning as Forecast Highs Reach 40C in Parts of England and Wales
Temperatures could reach 40C in central, southern and south-east England and parts of south Wales from Wednesday morning through Thursday evening. Some schools plan early closures while workplaces and transport face heat-related guidance.
theweek.compolitics21 days ago
New South Wales to Cut Weekly Road Toll Cap to $50
State officials will lower the weekly toll cap from $60 to $50 for one year. Queensland officials plan to announce infrastructure measures in their budget.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld21 days ago
Met Office issues red heat warning for parts of England and Wales
A rare red weather warning for extreme heat covers London, the Midlands, south-east Wales and southern England from Wednesday morning through Thursday evening. Forecasters expect temperatures up to 40C during the peak period.
The Sydney Morning Heraldscience21 days agoUpdated
Heatwave Hits Western and Central Europe With 40C Temperatures
Temperatures approached 40 degrees Celsius across much of western and central Europe on June 21, prompting red alerts, rail cancellations, and wildfire evacuations. The heat surge is expected to continue at least until midweek.
rte.ieworld22 days ago
Train Driver Shaun Burton, 60, Dies in Bedford Collision
Shaun Burton, 60, was killed when two East Midlands Railway trains collided near Bedford on Friday. More than 100 people were injured, with 28 still in hospital and nine in critical condition.
upi.comfinance22 days ago
Bedford train crash recovery to close rail line until June 28
Network Rail said rail services to and from Bedford will remain disrupted for a week while crews remove the two trains involved in Friday's collision. Officials described the incident as isolated and urged passengers to travel only if necessary.
The Independentworld23 days ago
Two East Midlands Railway Trains Collide in Bedford, Killing Driver and Injuring 89
Nine remain in critical condition after Friday evening crash. King Charles expressed sympathies with victims and families.
nbcnews.comfinance23 days ago
Two Trains Collide Near Bedford, Killing Driver and Injuring 33
A collision on the line between London St Pancras and Leicester left one driver dead and 33 people seriously injured. Twenty-eight of the injured remained in hospital.
rnz.co.nzworld24 days ago
One Dead, Several Injured in Train Collision South of Bedford
Police declared a major incident after the collision. A passenger described multiple impacts and passengers being thrown around.
washingtonpost.comworld24 days ago
EVA England Urges UK Government to Keep Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate and Delay New Road Charges Until 2030
The consumer group sent an open letter and report to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander this week, warning that changes to the mandate could undermine driver confidence.
Euronewsscience24 days ago
Heatwave Strains Farms, Schools, Rail and Health Services in France
Temperatures are forecast to reach 40°C in parts of France. Public services and private employers are adjusting schedules and operations to cope with the heat.
insidermonkey.comfinance25 days ago
Taller Ticket Barriers Installed at High Wycombe Station
New barriers at Buckinghamshire's busiest station form part of a wider rollout under Great British Railways. The change follows increased enforcement and data showing persistent fare evasion on Transport for London services.
Euronewsworld27 days ago
First Seaplane Flight Links Ioannina and Vlorë Between Greece and Albania
Hellenic Seaplanes completed the inaugural seaplane service from Ioannina to Vlorë, establishing the first air connection between the two countries using this type of aircraft.
Al Jazeeraworld28 days ago
Overcrowded Bus Plunges Into Ravine in Northern Ethiopia, Killing at Least 31
The bus left Dessie early Monday and crashed on the Harego road. Dozens more were injured in the 100-metre fall.
news.sky.compolitics28 days ago
UK Extends 5p Fuel Duty Cut for Motorists but Raises Rebated Diesel Rates from June 2026
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves extended the 5p per litre fuel duty cut until December 31, 2026. Certain motorists using rebated fuels face higher costs starting today.
Euronewsscience28 days ago
Hundreds Cycle Naked Through London in Annual World Naked Bike Ride
The annual World Naked Bike Ride returned to London on 14 June 2026, drawing several hundred participants past the Victoria Monument and Houses of Parliament.
The Bbcpolitics31 days ago
UK Sets 2035 Targets for Children Walking or Cycling to School, Backed by £4.5 Billion Investment
The government outlined a £4.5 billion active travel strategy aiming for 60% of children in England to walk or cycle to school by 2035.
news.sky.compolitics34 days ago
UK Government Backs Councils Charging E-Bike Operators for Removing Illegally Parked Bikes
Transport minister Lord Hendy endorsed Kensington and Chelsea’s approach of billing operators more than £210,000 for clearing discarded hire bikes. Peers also pressed for mandatory insurance rules.
news.sky.compolitics34 days ago
Starmer Announces £15bn Defence Spending Increase Funded by 1% Capital Cuts Across Government
Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans a £15 billion military increase funded partly by a one per cent cut in other departments' capital budgets. Transport and energy face larger reductions.
business34 days ago
UK Limits Driving Test Swaps to Three Nearest Centres to Cut No-Shows and Wasted Slots
New DVSA rules restrict test swaps after 64,500 no-shows last year. Average waits exceed five months across Britain.
automotiveworld.comworld35 days ago
UK Opens Applications for Supervised Self-Driving Vehicle Trials in London
Wayve and Uber will begin limited robotaxi operations this summer under new government rules. Passengers can book vehicles later in 2026.
aircargoweek.comworld38 days ago
European Cargo Enters Administration After $26M Loss, 178 Jobs Lost
The Bournemouth Airport freight carrier ceased trading after posting a $26 million net loss in 2024 and grounding its six A340 freighters in May 2026.
newlyswissed.combusiness39 days ago
2026 Night Train Map Shows Net Loss: Five New Routes but Ten Discontinued
Back-on-Track.eu released its updated interactive map of Europe’s night trains, documenting new services alongside the loss of ten routes including the Stockholm-Narvik line.
The Independenttechnology40 days ago
UK Raises EV Home Charger Grant to £500 but Scheme Ends March 2027 and Many Councils Still Ban Cross-Pavement Installs
The government increased the grant from £350 to £500 and extended it through March 2027. Planning changes from 2025 also eased installation rules for off-street chargers in England.
The Bbctechnology43 days ago
UK to Spend £57m Installing Satellite Wi-Fi on 1,400 Trains Over Five Years
The plan targets current 50-60% availability and 1.09 Mbps average speeds. It will spend £57 million to reach at least 90% coverage and five- to ten-fold faster connections.
Euronewsworld44 days ago
Thousands Protest Traffic and Pollution on Brenner Route, Blocking Motorway for Hours
Demonstrators blocked the Brenner Pass route on Saturday to protest rising truck traffic, noise and pollution. Authorities shut the A13 and connecting roads from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time.
france24.comworld44 days ago
Austria Protest Against Brenner Pass Traffic Noise and Pollution to Close Highway on 30 May 2026
A demonstration against truck traffic, noise and pollution will shut the Brenner Pass route between Germany and Italy for eight hours on Saturday.
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thewalrus.caworld47 days ago
London to Add 200 New School Streets Restricting Vehicle Access
Transport for London will launch 200 additional School Street projects across the capital by 2030. The measures restrict vehicle access near schools during drop-off and pick-up times.
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freepressjournal.inscience48 days ago
UK Train Services Face Disruptions from Heat-Related Speed Limits
Network Rail imposed speed restrictions on multiple lines Tuesday as high temperatures affected tracks and overhead wires. Several operators reported cancellations and delays across southern and eastern England.
bbc.co.ukworld49 days ago
National Highways Schedules Overnight M27 Closures Through June
National Highways will conduct overnight closures on the M27 between junctions 5 and 7 from late May through June. The work completes an £83 million improvement project that began in February 2024.