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BBC News
6 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Spurs start new era under 'glass half-full' Frank
What is it they say about London buses?Tottenham waited 17 years for their first trophy. By the end of Wednesday night, they could have clinched their second in three months. With last season's Europa League triumph still fresh in the memory, opportunity beckons for new manager Thomas Frank to not only get his first season in charge off to a flying start, but to chalk off the first major course, success against Champions League winners Paris St-Germain is likely to have little bearing on how the next nine months victory against the European champions would certainly garner immediate buy-in from players, colleagues and that Frank is having trouble in making a good first impression.A few days after his appointment, Frank called a first-team meeting at the club's Enfield training is standard fare - an opportunity for 'tracksuit staff' to acquaint themselves with the new coaching team and for the manager to start laying down his this was a gathering with a invited everyone - from the technical and non-technical staff in the building who have contact with the first-team squad to the catering, administration and cleaning may have been a small gesture, but it did not go unnoticed behind the scenes. Frank's ethos of inclusivity This kind of inclusive effort is indicative of how Frank who worked with him at Brentford could recall similar anecdotes about Frank's keenness to nurture a sense of inclusivity.A source describes the Dane as a glass half-full type of manager. He is said to be an emotionally available individual - not necessarily a given in the unforgiving confines of professional is not to say his predecessor Ange Postecoglou wasn't. The gushing appraisals and messages that followed his sacking were a clear indication of the strength of feeling towards it has been noticeable during Frank's opening weeks in the job just how determined he is to emphasise the collective. At the heart of his ethos is the notion that, regardless of position at the club, everyone should be treated the same. There should be no preferential treatment - every member of staff is part of the decision to leave Yves Bissouma in London for persistent lateness before the PSG match is indicative of his straight approach. His culture is rooted in hard work and honesty, and that means being upfront with someone has a problem, Frank expects that person to air it openly. He won't accept backstabbing or is at the centre of each day's training session. He will delegate elements of daily coaching to his staff, but he is said to be the protagonist in most is a clear step away from Postecoglou's regime - where the Australian would observe most training days at the side of the pitch during the week, before taking the reins on the final session before a is enthralled by details. His attention to the smallest of tactical specifics has already surprised members of the team and, even in largely meaningless pre-season friendlies, his tactical clipboard has stayed close to hand. Frank having significant say in transfers Frank's preparations, whether it be his team composition or bedding in his philosophy, have been hampered during has been without Dominic Solanke and Destiny Udogie for much of the summer, while Dejan Kulusevski is yet to feature because of injury. Frank has also lost James Maddison to an ACL injury, while captain Heung-min Son has left for Los Angeles setting the tone for team spirit has been evident, Frank's long-term vision of how he wants Tottenham to play is, arguably, less have indicated that summer signing Mohammed Kudus is becoming a key player for Frank, with an emerging pattern of trying to get the ball into the Ghana international as often as will also drill his team to be flexible. Don't be shocked to see him start games with a back three and finish with a four. The 51-year-old is also having a significant say in the club's transfer is said to have been a driving force behind the deal for Kudus, while the club's efforts to sign Savinho from Manchester City are described as having Frank's seal of the window hasn't been without its high-profile pursuit of Nottingham Forest attacker Morgan Gibbs-White - and its ultimate failure owing to legal issues related to the England international's £60m release clause - was a would also like to sign Marc Guehi, but the Crystal Palace captain prefers Liverpool as a far, only Kudus and Joao Palhinha - on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich - have some supporters, that isn't of fan protests at the perceived lack of squad investment has been an unwanted narrative that has followed the club this summer, since the move for Gibbs-White fell is money to spend, with owners Enic understood to have injected a level of cash into the Savinho and Palace attacker Eberechi Eze - who Tottenham have held talks over - would go some way to appeasing disgruntled supporters."This transfer window, we are definitely in the market and will do everything we can to make the best possible and strong squad," Frank added."There are a few things in the air, shall we say, along the way."
BBC News
08-08-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
London bus heat complaints highest on record
Complaints about London buses being too hot have reached their highest level on have already been 276 complaints this year, up from 155 last year and 149 in 2023, Freedom of information figures show. There were 51 in the second half of more than 6,000 London buses have air-cooling systems, according to Transport for London (TfL), most are not which only keeps figures for three years, said the data "should be viewed in the context of the 1.8 billion bus journeys that are made in London each year". A series of heatwaves, where temperatures are above 28C (82.4F) for three consecutive days, have struck the capital this Murphy, TfL's director of buses, said: "We value all customer feedback and continue to look at ways to make bus journeys more comfortable for our customers, especially during longer spells of hot weather. "We've introduced several measures to help with this, including reflective roofs and insulation to help reduce heat, and opening windows for improved ventilation. All new double-decker buses are also fitted with air cooling."We also frequently issue travel advice for customers when travelling in hot weather, advising that they carry water and ask customers to look out for one another while on the move."Last year, the Victoria line was shown to be the hottest on London Underground with average summer temperatures above 30C.
Metro
07-08-2025
- Metro
Four London Tube lines down after 'points failure' at Edgware Road
Londoners are facing travel headaches this lunchtime after a points failure wreaked havoc on four separate lines. The Circle and Hammersmith & City lines are both entirely suspended because of the issue at Edgware Road station. There are also severe delays on the Metropolitan line, while the District line is part-suspended for the same reason. Tickets are being accepted on buses. Transport for London said of the suspended lines: 'No service while we fix a points failure at Edgware road. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.' It comes days after thousands of commuters were left high and dry when a software update left them unable to hire Santander Cycles. After complaints online from people saying why they were not told about the issue sooner, TfL sent an email to registered bike customers apologising for any disruption caused. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Manhunt launched for suspect who 'punched finance worker in the face' on the Tube MORE: This 'useless' Tube line is home to London's most expensive mortgages MORE: Hazardous chemicals including acid and 'ice melt' flagged on Tube network
The Herald Scotland
07-08-2025
- The Herald Scotland
London Underground and Overground closures: August 8-10
The changes will see some stations closed or partly closed for TfL to carry out essential work. So you don't get caught out by the changes, we've broken down a list of all the work on the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line this weekend. To get the most up-to-date stats for the Underground, you can use the TfL app or website. What's your go-to Tube line, and why is it your favourite? 👇 — TfL (@TfL) June 3, 2025 London Tube and Overground closures this weekend Friday, August 8 Mildmay: Friday, August 8, the 21.59 train from Stratford to Richmond will terminate at Camden Road at 22.19. The 23.17 train from Richmond to Willesden Junction will not run. Suffragette: Friday, August 8, the 23.03 train from Barking Riverside to Gospel Oak will terminate at Upper Holloway at 23.38. Weaver: Friday, August 8, between 00.30 and 02.00, no service between Hackney Downs and Chingford. Last train from Liverpool Street to Chingford is at 00.18. There is no change to the last train from Chingford, which is at 23.25 on Thursday night. Replacement bus service L3 operates between Liverpool Street and Chingford via Bethnal Green (not last two buses), Cambridge Heath, London Fields (Mare Street), Hackney Downs, Clapton, St James Street, Walthamstow Central, Wood Street and Highams Park. We track your journeys and cap them, so you never spend more than you need to 👏 For more info on how TfL's daily cap benefits you, visit: — TfL (@TfL) May 29, 2025 Saturday, August 9 Central: Saturday, August 9, between 02.00 and 06.10, no service between Leytonstone and Loughton / Woodford (via Hainault). Replacement bus service CL5 operates between Leytonstone and Loughton via Snaresbrook, South Woodford, Woodford and Buckhurst Hill. For stations between Leytonstone and Hainault, please use London Buses Night Bus N8. Saturday, August 9, from 06.10 and all day Sunday, August 10 (including Saturday Night Tube), no service between Leytonstone and Loughton or between Newbury Park and Woodford (via Hainault). Replacement buses operate. For night journeys to/from Barkingside, Fairlop and Hainault, please use London Buses Night Bus N8. Suffragette: Saturday, August 9, no service between Gospel Oak and Woodgrange Park. Rail replacement bus services have been restored between Gospel Oak and Seven Sisters (for South Tottenham) and between Walthamstow Central and Woodgrange Park. Use London Underground Victoria line connections between Seven Sisters, Blackhorse Road and Walthamstow Central. Happy 25th birthday to us! 🎉 For a quarter of a century, we have been keeping London moving safely and sustainably. Today, you might notice something special on your journey, as our young TfL superfans are taking over the announcements at stations across the capital.… — TfL (@TfL) July 3, 2025 Waterloo & City line: Service operates between 06.00 and 00.30, Monday to Friday only. There is no service on Saturdays, Sundays and on bank/public holidays. Sunday, August 10 Central: Saturday, August 10, from 06.10 and all day Sunday, August 10 (including Saturday Night Tube), no service between Leytonstone and Loughton or between Newbury Park and Woodford (via Hainault). Replacement buses operate. For night journeys to/from Barkingside, Fairlop and Hainault, please use London Buses Night Bus N8. Recommended reading: Suffragette: Sunday, August 10, no service between Gospel Oak and Barking Riverside. Rail replacement bus services have been restored between Gospel Oak and Seven Sisters (for South Tottenham) and between Walthamstow Central and Barking. Use London Underground Victoria line connections between Seven Sisters, Blackhorse Road and Walthamstow Central, and local bus services EL1 and EL3 between Barking and Barking Riverside. Waterloo & City line: Service operates between 06.00 and 00.30, Monday to Friday only. There is no service on Saturdays, Sundays and on bank/public holidays.
Metro
10-06-2025
- Metro
Two London Underground lines suspended after points failure
Passengers have been caught in rush hour travel chaos on the Tube after a points failure. If you're travelling on the London Underground this morning, there is a chance you might be delayed after severe delays across the network after the meltdown. The Circle line and Hammersmith & City lines are fully suspended, while some stretches of the District and Hammersmith & City lines have no service. The Circle line has no service on the entire line while engineers fix a points failure, which hit at Edgware Road this morning, the latest TfL travel status update shows. Passengers can use tickets on London Buses instead. Hammersmith & City line is also suspended, and tickets are valid on the buses. The District line has no service between High Street Kensington and Edgware Road due to the points failure, but the rest of the line has good service. The Metropolitan line is partially suspended between Baker Street and Aldgate because of the points meltdown. Meanwhile, on the Overground, the Windrush line is also reporting issues due to a separate power supply failure in the New Cross Gate area. The power cut is also affecting Southern trains to and from London Victoria and London Bridge, and Thameslink services from Bedford. While lines have reopened between New Cross Gate and Norwood Junction, trains could still be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes, revised or diverted, National Rail warned. Services are expected to resume by 8am. Got a story? Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ Or you can submit your videos and pictures here. For more stories like this, check our news page. Follow on Twitter and Facebook for the latest news updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. MORE: Eurostar will run direct trains from London to Germany and Switzerland: 'A new golden age' MORE: Londoners take graffiti covered Tube trains into their own hands MORE: Piccadilly restaurant that kicked out Tommy Robinson 'were right not to serve him'
