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Drivers on the M25 are experiencing holdups of up to an hour today due to a multiple-vehicle crash that has halted traffic near Essex.
The National Highways reports that Essex police are at the location and have shifted the affected cars to the hard shoulder of the M25 heading anti-clockwise from Junction 28 to Junction 27 in Essex.
The traffic monitoring platform INRIX stated that the accident involved three cars, however, no injuries have been reported.
It’s believed that the traffic jam extended for about five miles, however, things should start improving once the accident site is cleaned up.
In another area, passengers utilizing London Overground services encountered delays today due to technical problems affecting trains running between Dalston Junction and Highbury & Islington on the Windrush line.
Highways continue to stay shut down near Stoke Newington due to a suspected gas blast on Dumont Road earlier today, which required the attention of about 40 fire brigades. Although authorities believe the situation is now contained, expect disruptions in traffic during the early part of the day as investigators look into the matter further.
Browse below for the most recent updates…
Closure of the M25 near St Albans
09:15
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Tamara Davison
The M25 is partially blocked on the M25 clockwise near St Albans and London Colney.
Based on data from the traffic monitoring service INRIX, there is a queue extending for at least four miles at exit J22.
This is because of a recent traffic accident, as reported.
Excellent service continues on the Bakerloo line.
09:05
,
Tamara Davison
The Bakerloo line is now operating well following early disruptions caused by a switch malfunction this morning at Queen’s Park.
At present, there are no delays affecting London Underground services.
Nevertheless, travelers continue to face certain disruptions on the Windrush line.
Disruptions persist throughout portions of the Windrush line.
08:58
,
Tamara Davison
Network Rail has stated that presently there is no service operating between New Cross and Surrey Quays because employees are addressing the power supply issue at Canonbury.
Additionally, there is no service between Highbury & Islington and Dalston Junction.
Positive feedback is coming in from the remainder of the area.
Everything came to a halt in all lanes on the M25 anti-clockwise route near Epping.
08:52
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Tamara Davison
There is a queue extending for at least four miles on the M25 heading anticlockwise past Epping following an accident involving three vehicles.
Based on information from INRIX, traffic congestion extends from exit 28 of the A12 (Brentwood/Brook Street roundabout) all the way to junction 27 of the M11.
The traffic has been halted since 8:20 am, however, it remains uncertain as to how lengthy these holdups will persist at this juncture.
Several streets in Stoke Newington are still fully closed at present.
08:37
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Tamara Davison
Police have stated that the roadblocks continue to be enforced on Stoke Newington Church Street, extending from the intersection with the A10 down to Defoe Road.
Kersley Road is likewise entirely closed off at present.
The incident occurred as a result of a presumed gas explosion early this morning, leading to the dispatch of six fire engine units and 40 firefighters to the location.
The Metropolitan Police and the London Fire Brigade are presently looking into what triggered the blast, however, they believe the circumstances are largely contained.
To learn more about the event,
read our report here.
Major delays have been reported throughout portions of the Bakerloo line.
08:25
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Tamara Davison
Significant delays are currently occurring on the Bakerloo line between Stonebridge Park and Harrow & Wealdstone.
Minor delays are occurring throughout the rest of the line today because of a points malfunction early this morning at Queen’s Park.
If passengers prefer to find another way, they can use tickets on London buses as an alternate option.
Delays affecting trains arriving at Moorgate station
08:15
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Tamara Davison
Trains operating between Alexandra Palace and Moorgate early today are facing delays of up to 20 minutes because of “multiple occurrences.”
As stated by National Rail, commuters should anticipate delays for trains arriving at and departing from Moorgate station until approximately 9 AM today.
To learn about selecting a different path, check out
TfL’s Journey Planner.
Delays to Overground services expected until at least 9am
08:00
,
Tamara Davison
It’s known that trains operating between New Cross Gate or New Cross and Highbury & Islington might be canceled until approximately 9 am.
Tickets can also be obtained from local buses, and keep in mind that you might qualify for compensation if you encounter significant delays during your trip.
The power outage keeps affecting the Windrush line.
07:50
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Tamara Davison
TfL states that the continuous delays and partial shutdown of the Windrush line are caused by a power supply issue at Canonbury.
Tickets are now valid for use on London Underground services, and should you require assistance in locating an alternative route, please proceed to the customer service desk.
TfL’s journey planner
.
Gas leak suspected in Stoke Newington causes roads to be shut down
07:40
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Tamara Davison
The Church Street in Stoke Newington has been shut down in both directions because of a possible gas blast at a house.
As many as 40 firefighters are present at the location, and drivers are being urged to steer clear of the region due to an active probe.
LFB Station Commander Darren McTernan informed journalists: “Drivers and walkers should stay away from the location for much of today as inquiries regarding the reason behind this event are conducted.”
Buses numbered 73, 393, and 476 are currently experiencing reroutes, with anticipated traffic jams on nearby streets.
Delays on the Bakerloo Underground Line
07:25
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Tamara Davison
As we approach the morning rush hour, slight delays are being experienced throughout the entire Bakerloo line.
As stated by TfL, this issue stems from a previous switch malfunction at Queen’s Park.
There are some delays on the District line between Barking and Upminster due to issues with a problematic train earlier today.
The current service on the remainder of the Underground is quite satisfactory.
Welcome to today’s live updates on London travel news
07:15
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Tamara Davison
Good morning and welcome to The Standard’s live travel blog.
Today, I’ll report on transportation updates from the capital, focusing on Tube delays along with issues affecting London’s roads and railways.
A few small delays are currently happening on the Underground, along with some partial closures on the Overground.
Keep an eye out for our updates with the newest information coming your way.
The Windrush line experiences holdups and partial halt.
06:59
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Niva Yadav
Today, the Windrush line will experience partial suspension between Dalston Junction and Highbury & Islington, as well as between New Cross and Surrey Quays. This disruption is occurring due to Network Rail addressing a power supply issue at Canonbury.
TfL is also noting slight delays between West Croydon and Sydenham.
Bakerloo running as normal
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 10:16 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The service on the Bakerloo line has returned to normal.
Travelers await as long as 41 minutes for Northern line trains.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 10:15 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The entire Northern line is subject to delays this morning. Last week, The Standard reported that commuters on the Mill Hill East branch of the line are left waiting up to 41 minutes for a train.
You can read the complete tale.
here
.
Suffragette line part suspended
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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Niva Yadav
Because of the identical overhead issue affecting the Mildmay line, the Suffragette line has been halted as well, covering the stretch from Gospel Oak to Barking Riverside.
Lawmaker demands answer to London’s graffiti issue
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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Niva Yadav
Neil Hudson, MP for Epping Forest, has requested that Sir Sadiq Khan and Transport for London address the issue of graffiti on the Bakerloo line.
On a post on X, Hudson depicted the condition of the Tube as resembling something from Gotham City.
The District line has returned to regular operations.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:46 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The District line has returned to normal operations.
The Mildmay line has been halted, as reported by travelers.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:46 AM
,
Niva Yadav
A passenger on X mentioned that the Mildmay line is completely shut down.
TfL reports that there will be no service between Stratford and Richmond/Clapham Junction as Network Rail resolves an issue with the overhead electrical wires.
Severe delays on Bakerloo
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:27 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Bakerloo line continues to experience significant delays between Harrow & Wealdstone and Stonebridge Park in both directions.
Previously, there was a disturbance on the Circle line which has since been resolved.
There are slight delays on the District line.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:16 AM
,
Niva Yadav
There are slight delays reported for the District Line traveling eastbound from Barking to Upminster because of issues with an earlier train.
Significant delays on the Bakerloo and Mildmay lines
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:15 AM
,
Niva Yadav
TfL has reported significant delays on both the Bakerloo and Mildmay lines; these issues stem from canceled trains on one line and a signal malfunction at Willesden Junction affecting the other.
Step-free accessibility has been reinstated at Bromley-by-Bow
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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Niva Yadav
Step-free accessibility has been reinstated at Bromley-by-Bow station following its unavailability earlier today.
Seeking Expansion: The Underground Pipe Cleaning Squad
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 8:54 AM
,
Niva Yadav
This week, the problem of graffiti on London’s public transportation system escalated from a minor complaint to front-page news after a collective known as the Looking for Growth decided to take matters into their own hands by thoroughly cleaning the Underground stations.
You can read the complete tale.
here.
Man injured at Luton airport
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 8:39 AM
,
Niva Yadav
A person sustained serious injuries when a vehicle plunged from a multistory parking structure at London Luton Airport earlier yesterday.
You can peruse the entire narrative here.
here
.
There are slight delays on the Circle Line and District Line.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 8:26 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Minor delays are occurring on the Circle and District lines today morning because of a problematic train earlier at Sloane Square.
Delays on the Northern line are also caused by a problematic train at Stockwell.
Travelers demand increased frequency of service on the Suffragette line.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 8:18 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Previously known as the GOBLIN line due to its route between Gospel Oak and Barking Riverside, this rail service now referred to as the Suffragette line runs approximately every 15 minutes.
This aligns with the majority of trains on the Overground network. Nonetheless, passengers are demanding a more frequent service.
Circle line resumes service
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 8:07 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Circle line has restarted its clockwise service with some minor delays expected.
Delays occurring between Turnham Green and Richmond on the District Line
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:58 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Minor delays are occurring on the District line between Turnham Green and Richmond in both directions because of a problematic train earlier at Sloane Square.
Disruption on Thameslink
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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Niva Yadav
A defective train at Farringdon has resulted in the northbound track being obstructed.
Trains operated by Thameslink that go through Farringdon might face delays or cancellations. The disruption could last until 9 am.
Faulty lift at Morden
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:42 AM
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Niva Yadav
Because of a defective elevator at Morden station, there isn’t step-free accessibility from platforms 4 and 5 to the street level.
Motorway traffic heading into London via the M4
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:32 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The traffic moving between junctions 3A312 (Hayes) and 2A4 (Brentford) of the eastbound M4 towards the elevated portion is stop-and-go. The journey currently takes around 30 minutes.
Lizzie Line returns to regular operations as normal.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:30 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Service on the Elizabeth line has returned to normal after experiencing slight delays early this morning.
Brief holdups on the Northern line.
Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:29 AM
Apart from significant hold-ups occurring between Camden Town and Morden, Transport for London has also reported slight delays throughout the whole line.
This is because of a defective train at Stockwell.
There is no step-free accessibility at Bromley-by-Bow station.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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Niva Yadav
Owing to the absence of station personnel, Bromley-by-Bow station does not have step-free access today.
District line delayed
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:17 AM
,
Niva Yadav
TfL reports slight delays on the District line occurring between Earls Court and Wimbledon, as well as Edgware Road, Richmond, and Ealing Broadway.
This is because of an issue with a train at Sloane Square early this morning.
Northern line severely delayed
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Niva Yadav
Severe delays are occurring on the Northern line from Camden Town to Morden, through Bank, because of a problematic train at Stockwell.
At present, only the southbound routes are impacted.
There is no service on the Circle line moving clockwise.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:07 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Circle line does not operate in a clockwise direction as Transport for London addresses a defective train at Sloane Square.
The service runs well in a counterclockwise direction.
There are slight delays on the Elizabeth line.
Monday, June 16th, 2025 at 7:05 AM
,
Niva Yadav
This morning, there are slight delays on the Elizabeth line from Reading to Hayes & Harlington because of an earlier malfunction at the switch mechanism in Maidenhead.
The service is excellent on all other fronts.
Hammersmith’s points failure creates havoc once more
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:36 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Although the problem with the defective train seems to have been addressed, a switch malfunction at Hammersmith has led to significant delays on the Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines for the second occasion today.
The Circle line and the Hammersmith & City line both run partly above ground between Edgware Road and Hammersmith.
All reasonably accessible bus routes are currently accepting tickets.
The Circle Line has resumed operations and is now back in service.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:56 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Circle line has resumed normal operations as per TfL after experiencing significant delays early this morning.
The Hammersmith and City line continues to experience significant delays; however, it is no longer fully suspended.
The Bakerloo line returns to regular operations.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:42 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Bakerloo line has returned to normal operation following some slight disruptions earlier today because of a limited train availability.
Weekday rush hour travelers express annoyance on social media.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:56 AM
,
Niva Yadav
During peak commuting hours in London, people are expressing their irritation online, referring to TfL’s service as “inadequate.”
Service returns on the District line with potential for delays.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:52 AM
,
Niva Yadav
After an interim suspension early this morning, service has restarted on the District line but with significant delays because of a problematic train at East Ham.
Interruptions continue with the Underground.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:47 AM
The Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines are experiencing significant disruptions today due to an issue with a train at East Ham.
Severe delays continue to occur on the Piccadilly line between Acton Town and Heathrow Airport.
In the meantime, the Bakerloo experiences slight delays.
A notice regarding this weekend’s scheduled engineering activities
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:42 AM
,
Niva Yadav
I just wanted to remind you that starting around 11 PM tonight until Monday, trains on the Jubilee line won’t stop at Southwark Station.
Evading fares poses challenges for London’s commuters.
Friday, June 13th, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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Niva Yadav
A growing number of daily travelers have expressed their frustration with those who evade paying fares in the city.
Transport for London has stated that fare evasion amounts to approximately £130 million annually, and it is the passengers following the rules who end up bearing the brunt of any rate increases required to cover these losses.
You can learn more about the prevalence of fare evasion in London.
here
.
Malfunctioning train leads to disruption throughout the Transport for London system
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Niva Yadav
A defective train at East Ham has led to disruptions throughout the TfL network, affecting the District, Circle, and Hammersmith & City lines.
A person who commutes using X has expressed their irritation over the significant delays.
The Met Line returns to regular operations.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:20 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The service on the Metropolitan line has been restored to normal.
The Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines will experience disruptions.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:14 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Circle, District, and Hammersmith & City lines are currently experiencing significant delays.
Severe delays are occurring counterclockwise on the Circle line because of a problematic train, while the Hammersmith & City line is experiencing significant disruptions between Barking and Liverpool Street.
TfL is also reporting significant delays on the District line, where there is currently no service running between Upminster and West Ham in either direction.
Transport for London reveals the scale of Tube graffiti vandalism
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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Niva Yadav
Over 3,000 graffiti “tags” are being eliminated each week from Tube trains, as reported by TfL.
The surge of graffiti has had a significant impact on the Tube stations along the Bakerloo and Central lines.
You can learn more
here
.
Interruptions on the Metropolitan, Piccadilly, and Bakerloo lines
Friday 13 June 2025 08:57
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Niva Yadav
The Metropolitan, Piccadilly, and Bakerloo lines are all still subject to delay.
Severe delays are occurring on both the Metropolitan line and the Picadilly line, with the latter being halted between Heathrow Airport and Northfields.
The Bakerloo line is subject to minor delays due to train shortages.
Fare dodgers anger London’s commuters
Friday 13 June 2025 08:41
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Niva Yadav
A commuter has taken to X to voice her angst at fare dodgers at Rayner’s Lane station in London.
You can read more about the capital’s battle to crack down on fare dodging
here
, as reported by The Standard’s Tristan Kirk.
Met line resumes service, subject to delays
Friday 13 June 2025 08:36
,
Niva Yadav
The Metropolitan line has resumed service between Uxbridge and Harrow-on-the-Hill, subject to severe delays.
TfL is now also reporting minor delays between South Harrow and Uxbridge on the Piccadilly line.
Mildmay line resumes service as normal
Friday 13 June 2025 08:34
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Niva Yadav
The Mildmay line has resumed service as normal.
A2209 blocked in Deptford and A1205 Grove Road closed
Friday 13 June 2025 08:15
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Niva Yadav
The A2209 Deptford Church Street in Deptford is blocked in both directions, with queuing traffic.
This is due to an accident at Giffin Street.
The A1205 Grove Road in Hackney is also closed in both directions due to emergency water repairs from Gore Road to B118 Old Ford Road.
Commuters complain on the District line
Friday 13 June 2025 08:12
,
Niva Yadav
A commuter has complained of irregular service and cancellations on the District line train from Richmond.
TfL is currently reporting a good service on the District line.
Piccadilly line stays suspended
Friday 13 June 2025 08:07
,
Niva Yadav
There is still no service between Northfields and Heathrow Airport on the Piccadilly line, with severe delays between Acton Town and Northfields due to a fire alert at Hatton Cross.
There is a good service on the rest of the line and tickets are being accepted on London Buses via reasonable routes.
Metropolitan line part suspended
Friday 13 June 2025 08:02
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Niva Yadav
The Metropolitan line is part suspended between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge due to a signal failure at Rayner’s Lane.
There’s a good service on the rest of the line and tickets are being accepted on London Buses via reasonable routes.
Step-free access not available at Highbury & Islington
Friday 13 June 2025 07:58
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Niva Yadav
Step-free accessibility is not provided at Highbury & Islington station.
This rule pertains to travelers utilizing the Mildmay and Windrush lines on Platforms 2 and 7, which include trains through Willesden Junction as well as those going via Canada Water.
Commuters looking for step-free access are advised to take a train from Platform 8 to Canonbury and change there.
The Bakerloop will be arriving in London shortly.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:52 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Although the Bakerloo line requires immediate maintenance, Sir Sadiq Khan has recently introduced plans for the Bakerloop bus route.
The updated route will connect Waterloo with Lewisham and is planned to resemble the suggested Bakerloo line extension.
Step-free access not available at Hampstead Heath station
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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Niva Yadav
This morning, Hampstead Heath station does not have step-free access to the westbound platform because of a malfunctioning elevator.
Weather alert released by the Meteorological Office
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:41 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Met Office has released a yellow weather alert for thunderstorms lasting from midday today through tomorrow morning.
Consequently, all Gatwick Express, Great Northern, Southern, and Thameslink services might experience disruptions due to the weather conditions.
Although trains are anticipated to run on their usual schedule, passengers are recommended to verify timings prior to departure.
You can stay current with the Met Office weather forecast.
here
.
There are slight delays on the Bakerloo line.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:31 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Bakerloo line is currently experiencing slight delays because of a lack of available trains.
The line is presently under consideration by TfL as requiring urgent upgrades. During the Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spending Review, which was unveiled on Wednesday, TfL received a four-year agreement aimed at enhancing its network. Here’s a brief overview of the main points:
here.
After a minicab driver had a fatal heart attack, protesters assembled.
Friday, June 13th, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Niva Yadav
During yesterday evening’s TfL Board Meeting chaired by Lord Sadik Khan, demonstrators assembled following a minicab driver’s tragic death from a heart attack, which occurred after he had been waiting for several months for his license renewal.
You can learn more
here.
Does London’s tunnel system unjustly favor the North over the South?
Friday 13 June 2025 07:21
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Niva Yadav
Yesterday, according to Ross Lydall of The Standard, Sir Sadiq Khan was informed that the peak-time charges applied to the Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels unfairly affect motorists and enterprises located in South London.
You can read more
here
.
The number of routes scheduled for closure tomorrow
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:16 AM
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Niva Yadav
Just a heads up that with the King’sBirthday coming up, several streets inCentralLondonwill be shut downfor theTroopingoftheColourin2025.
This encompasses Constitution Hill (SW1A), Horse Guards Drive, The Mall, Whitehall, and Great Scotland Yard.
People in London should verify information prior to their journey.
M25 slow anticlockwise
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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Niva Yadav
Traffic is moving slowly clockwise on the M25 from Junction 27 (M11) to Junction 26 (A121) because of a disabled car.
Major delays on the Piccadilly and Mildmay lines are occurring.
Friday, June 13, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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Niva Yadav
The Piccadilly line faces significant disruptions on the Underground network, while the Mildmay line encounters substantial delays on the Overground system.
Currently, there is no service available between Hounslow Central and Terminals 4 or 5 because of a fire alarm at Hatton Cross.
Consequently, significant delays occur between Acton Town and Hounslow Central stations in both directions.
Severe delays are currently affecting the Mildmay line in both directions between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction as Transport for London works to resolve a switch malfunction at Willesden Junction.
The service is excellent on all other fronts.
There are slight delays on the District line.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Niva Yadav
TfL is reporting minor delays on the District line eastbound between Barking and Upminster due to an earlier faulty train at Barons Court.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
The Windrush line has resumed operations and is now running as usual.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The Windrush line has returned to its regular operations.
The Mildmay line continues to experience significant delays across all services.
Boarding ramps at Chalfont & Latimer are now operational again.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Niva Yadav
The manual boarding ramps at Chalfont & Latimer station have been reinstated following a temporary unavailability caused by the lack of station personnel.
The District line has resumed regular operations.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:55 AM
,
Niva Yadav
The service for the District line has resumed.
Nevertheless, The Overground continues to experience significant delays.
Ambient lighting on the Bakerloo
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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Niva Yadav
A passenger on X has posted an image of a Bakerloo line train early today that had no lighting, only illuminated by the screens of other travelers’ smartphones.
This particular line is among those that Transport for London (TfL) has stated require significant improvements.
Eurostar intends to connect London with Germany and Switzerland.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Niva Yadav
Yesterday, Eurostar announced its plan to introduce direct routes connecting London St Pancras with both Germany and Switzerland.
You can read more
here
.
The central line returns to regular service.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:30 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Service on the Central line has returned to normal following some slight delays early today.
Step-free accessibility at Tottenham Court Road has been reinstated.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:28 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Step-free accessibility has been reinstated at Tottenham Court Road following an outage caused by a faulty elevator earlier today.
There are slight delays on the District line.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:25 AM
,
Niva Yadav
TfL reports slight delays on the eastbound District Line between Earl’s Court and Tower Hill because of an earlier issue with a defective train at Barons Court.
The quality of service remains excellent throughout the remaining sections.
Delays continue on Mildmay and Windrush streets.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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Niva Yadav
The Mildmay and Windrush lines continue to experience significant delays.
The previous one is now halted in both directions between Highbury & Islington and Dalston Kingsland.
Train operator overcharges commuters
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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Niva Yadav
According to The Standard report from yesterday, train company C2c has been charging passengers residing in Essex an extra £3 per trip when traveling to London.
The operator’s services run from Essex to Fenchurch Street or Liverpool Street.
You can read more
here
.
M25 anticlockwise blocked between J25 and J24
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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Niva Yadav
One lane of the M25 going anti-clockwise is still closed off from J25 (A10) to J24 (Potters Bar).
Reports indicate long lines extending all the way to junction 26. This situation is caused by a vehicle fire and an oil spill incident.
Consequently, the M11 heading towards London is likewise sluggish from junction 6 (M25) all the way to junction 4 (A406 North Circular Road).
Travelers halted on the Windrush line
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:44 AM
,
Niva Yadav
Travelers have reported that a train bound for Highbury and Islington on the Windrush line was stopped at Brockley station for approximately 15 minutes.
It was anticipated that disruption would have subsided by this point, however, it is still continuing.
The central line may experience slight delays.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Minor delays are occurring on the Central line in both directions between North Acton and West Ruislip.
This is because of a previously defective train at Leytonstone.
Expect large crowds when Beyoncé performs in London.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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Niva Yadav
Tonight, Beyoncé will perform for her fourth consecutive evening in London at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Travelers can anticipate larger crowds and more crowded trains than normal on the Overground heading toward White Hart Lane and the Victoria Line to Seven Sisters.
As mentioned, her Cowboy Carter tour seems to have failed to reach the high anticipation levels of her earlier performances, as none of the scheduled dates have sold out so far. For additional information, you can read more.
here
.
A bus crashed into the tracks in Croydon yesterday.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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Niva Yadav
Yesterday, according to The Standard, a bus collided with a cyclist near London Bridge. The woman involved was transported to the hospital for treatment of a leg injury.
Another bus crash occurred yesterday in New Addington, Croydon.
A number 130 bus collided with a tram track at the intersection where Lodge Lane meets Field Way.
The London Ambulance Service stated they were alerted to the location at 2:38 pm.
A single patient received treatment for injuries to their chest and arm.
People who have witnessed the event or possess dashboard camera recordings are urged to get in touch with law enforcement through the number 101, mentioning when and where the occurrence took place.
Mildmay and Windrush continue to experience significant delays.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Niva Yadav
The Mildmay and Windrush lines continue to experience significant delays because of a trespasser on the tracks near the Dalston region.
The Windrush line has sections that are elevated between New Cross and Surrey Quays.
Graffiti on the tube is cleaned off every 11 minutes.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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Niva Yadav
The tagging on the Underground has been referred to as a widespread pandemic, since according to TfL, an instance of graffiti is cleaned off every 11 minutes from the train cars.
The Bakerloo and Central lines are notably impacted by graffiti vandalism.
Find out more
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Thousands of motorists evade penalties for skipping tunnel fees.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:41 AM
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Niva Yadav
Ross Lydall from The Standard reported yesterday that numerous drivers who did not settle their bills for the newly implemented Silvertown and Blackwall tunnel tolls were permitted to dodge a £180 penalty.
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TfL Spending Review update
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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Niva Yadav
Following the government’s spending review yesterday, TfL announced that they will now have the means to finish several crucial Tube improvements, enhance the tram system, and revamp road infrastructure.
Holloway Road reopened
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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Niva Yadav
It was reported early this morning that Holloway Road station would be closer because the station staff were unavailable.
TfL has announced that the station has been reopened.
Train services between King’s Cross and Hull are experiencing disruptions.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:23 AM
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Niva Yadav
There is some disruption on LNER trains from Kings Cross to Hull this morning.
The trains scheduled for 7:27, 8:03, and 9:03 have all been canceled.
Reports indicate that this disruption is because of strike actions impacting Hull train operations, causing widespread service interruptions throughout the network.
Scheduled engineering activities happening later today
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:18 AM
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Niva Yadav
Just a heads up that there will be limited service on the Weaver line from Chingford to Liverpool Street, the Windrush line from Dalston to New Cross Gate, and the Mildmay line later this evening.
Construction activities are also underway on the National Rail line connecting London Fenchurch Street to Barking and Upminster starting at 8:45 PM tonight.
Trains will instead operate from London Liverpool Street.
The Mildmay and Windrush lines will experience delays.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:01 AM
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Niva Yadav
Both the Mildmay and Windrush lines are facing significant delays because of a person who illegally entered the track area near Dalston.
Interruption is anticipated till 8:15 AM today.
The service is excellent on all other fronts.
Authorities ask public to stay away from Old Broad Street following a fall incident.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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Anthony France
The police have advised people not to go into parts of London’s Square Mile following an incident where someone plummeted from a structure.
Emergency responders arrived at a “height-related incident” on Old Broad Street around 9:45 AM on Wednesday.
No additional information has been provided regarding the person involved.
Chief Inspector James Minney, from the City of London Police, stated: “The officers from the City of London Police are presently handling an incident occurring on Old Broad Street.”
Law enforcement officials reached the location approximately at 9:45 am.
Cordon lines have been established, and authorities are advising people to stay away from the location if they can, as first responders continue their efforts.
Restrictions lifted at London Bridge
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
The London Bridge has reopened for operations following its closure due to the accident.
The inquiry regarding the car crash is continuing.
A female individual was transported to the hospital via the London Ambulance Service and is currently receiving treatment for an injured leg.
The London Bridge was shut down for vehicles traveling northbound.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
The London Bridge has been shut down for vehicles traveling northward.
Blackfriars Road currently closed
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
The Blackfriars Road is currently shut down between Scoresby Street and Meymott Street because of an accident.
Alternative routes are advised.
Traffic is moving smoothly on Southwark Bridge.
The initial emergency medical responders reached the location within about five minutes.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
Additional information regarding the incident has been disclosed by a representative from the London Ambulance Service: “At 8:29 am today (June 11), we received calls concerning a road traffic crash occurring on London Bridge, SE1.”
We dispatched an ambulance crew, an incident response officer, and a clinical team manager to the location.
Our initial paramedics reached the location in about five minutes.
We attended to a woman with a leg injury and rushed her to a major trauma center on an urgent basis.
Statement from the City of London Police
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
Chief Inspector James Minney from the City of London Police stated: “At around 8 am today, City of London Police officers were dispatched to the site where a road accident occurred on London Bridge, colliding a bus with a cyclist.”
The bridge is presently off-limits for northbound vehicles, and we request that folks steer clear of the region.
A lady was transported to the hospital via London Ambulance Service.
A lady receiving care for a leg injury
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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Nuray Bulbul
The lady who was part of the incident is currently receiving treatment for a leg wound from the London Ambulance Service.
Inquiries about the event are continuing.
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