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BBC News
26-03-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Some e-bikes to be banned on most TfL services
Non-folding e-bikes will be banned from 31 March on most of the Transport for London (TfL) network, it has operator said customers travelling with these kinds of e-bikes - including ones converted to e-bikes using kits - will not be permitted to travel on most services such as the Tube, Overground, Elizabeth line and DLR. It comes after the Aslef union said earlier this month it was considering balloting members for strike action over e-bikes being allowed on the London said it had made the decision to "ensure the safety of customers and staff" and added it had carried out a review of safety of e-bikes on the network. TfL drew on its own analysis which it said suggested bikes adapted using electronic conversion kits posed a greater fire risk than purpose-built e-bikes, although it pointed it could be hard to differentiate between modified and unmodified said it was instigating the ban "until improved product safety measures are in place for converted cycles, batteries and chargers".It comes after a small number of e-bike fires on the transport network, including one which exploded and caught fire on a Tube station platform in north-west London in April an e-bike also exploded and burst into flames on a platform at Sutton railway station. The operator said it "will keep these changes under review, pending any future changes to legislation by the government regarding e-bike safety standards". Existing rules around non-folding bikes and e-bikes will remain in place, including rules stipulating that no e-bikes are permitted on the IFS Cloud Cable Car and that no non-folding bikes are allowed on buses or stressed non-foldable e-bikes would continue to be permitted on the Silvertown Cycle Shuttle Service, Woolwich Ferry, river services depending on the operator and coach services depending on the operator. 'Build a safer London' Lilli Matson, TfL's chief safety, health and environment officer, said: "We have been working closely with the London Fire Brigade on a review of the safety risks associated with e-bikes on our network. "This safety ban will play a vital role in keeping our transport system safe for everyone, and we continue to work with partners in government and beyond to improve e-bike safety."Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan said: "The safety of Londoners is my top priority and, while most e-bikes are safe, there have been a small number of incidents where non-foldable e-bikes have caught fire on the transport system, which have caused me great concern."I have asked TfL to continue to work with government and partners to improve e-bike safety as we build a safer London for everyone."
BBC News
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Transport for London launches travel announcer competition
If you live in, or have been to, London, you'll know the famous 'Mind the gap' announcement very an iconic part of travelling on the London Underground, and now some young travel fans could be in with the chance of being the next generation of for London (TfL) has launched a competition asking children aged 5-16 what their favourite way of getting around the city is and why, to be in with a chance of recording a message to play at a London station. For example, they could enjoy taking the train to see their family, or to their favourite could be about any method of travel around the capital: bus, river services, cycle hire, Tram depot, IFS Cloud Cable Car, Tube, Overground, Elizabeth line or DLR station, or coach staff of each service will choose 25 winners, who will then record their special winners will also get a tour related to their entry, so could get given behind the scenes access to tram stops, tube lines and train stations. It's to celebrate TfL's 25th anniversary, and the organisation has a whole load of other events planned, such as having lots of buskers perform at Liverpool Street transport commissioner, Andy Lord, called the competition "a fantastic opportunity for superfans to make their mark and share their stories with millions of people across the capital." Did you know? The Tube turned 160 years old in 2023Roughly four million people use the Tube every dayThe bus is London's oldest form of public transportLondon bus wheels were the inspiration for the rounded TfL logoThe Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is a network of trains without drivers
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Yahoo
IFS Cloud Cable Car to close for 10 days this month
Greenwich's Cloud Cable Car will be closed for 10 days this month. The closure of the popular attraction will begin tomorrow (Monday, March 17). The IFS Cloud Cable Car will be closed from Monday, March 17 until Wednesday, March 26 for maintenance which will involve the replacement and renewal of essential components on the tower assemblies. It will run as normal on the 27th. Its route goes over the River Thames in east London between the Greenwich Peninsula, on the south bank of the River Thames and the Royal Docks on the north bank. It opened in June 2012 and is the highest observation point over the Thames. READ MORE: The London Underground station given the same name as different stop down the road READ MORE: The beautiful London Underground station that's underappreciated because it's hell while commuting While the closure is in place, travellers can use the North Greenwich Tube station for the Jubilee line on the south side of the river and Royal Victoria DLR station on the north side instead. There are also bus services from North Greenwich bus station and Royal Victoria. It's also possible to catch river services which operate from North Greenwich Pier next to the IFS Cloud Greenwich Peninsula Terminal. Trish Ashton, TfL's Director of Rail and Sponsored Services, said: 'More than ten years after opening, the IFS Cloud Cable Car continues to be a success with Londoners and visitors to the capital. We know that our customers love the unique experience and spectacular views the cable car offers. 'Our planned annual maintenance ensures that we can continue to run a safe and reliable service for our customers all year round. We apologise for any disruption this causes. However, by carrying out this vital work now we will minimise the need for any future disruptions this year.' Got a story? Please get in touch at Stay updated on the latest travel news for London's roads with our London Traffic and Travel newsletter. Sign up HERE.
BBC News
02-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Tube fares up 4.6% as bus and tram prices frozen
The cost of using the London Underground has increased by 4.6%.All zone 1 single fares have risen by 10p while off-peak fares in a single zone now cost £2, up from £1.80. The daily cap for zones 1-2 rises 40p to £ passengers in zones 1-4, the weekly pay-as-you-go cap is £64.20, an increase of £2.80, while monthly travelcards for zones 1-6 passes £300 for the first time, costing £ bus travel within an hour remains £1.75 and tram fares are also unchanged but the IFS Cloud Cable Car adult fare increases 16.7% to £7. Fares for passengers taking National Rail journeys using operators including Southeastern and Thameslink, rise 4.6%.Paper single tickets for Transport for London (TfL) journeys now cost £7, up Uber Boat single fares on contactless and Oyster are also rising by between 30p and 55p although cross-river fares remain frozen at £4.10.A breakdown of all new fares can be found on the TfL website.
