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RMT tube strike shuts London Underground, commuters shift to buses

RMT tube strike shuts London Underground, commuters shift to buses

RMT strikes have caused widespread London Underground closures and significant travel disruption. Transport for London and union leaders face pressure.

Transport ·21 Jul 2026, 01:22 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Children in England to receive free bus travel throughout August

Children in England to receive free bus travel throughout August

The government is launching a nationwide initiative offering free unlimited bus travel for children aged five to 15 throughout August.

Business ·18 Jul 2026, 18:35 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
UK rail and Tube passengers gain real-time travel tracking via online tools

UK rail and Tube passengers gain real-time travel tracking via online tools

Platforms are using National Rail and TfL data to provide real-time tracking, fare comparisons, and status updates for rail and London Underground commuters.

Transport ·16 Jul 2026, 19:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Andy Burnham eyes energy guarantee, rent freeze and £2 bus cap

Andy Burnham eyes energy guarantee, rent freeze and £2 bus cap

Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is shaping his government's agenda around economic relief, focusing on energy bills, housing, and public transport.

Cost of Living ·16 Jul 2026, 14:39 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Warnings of train delays and cancellations as UK temperatures surpass 37C

Warnings of train delays and cancellations as UK temperatures surpass 37C

Network Rail has imposed emergency speed restrictions and service cuts across the UK as extreme heat threatens to warp tracks and damage overhead wires.

Weather ·15 Jul 2026, 03:07 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
London Tube services face five days of RMT strike action from 7 September

London Tube services face five days of RMT strike action from 7 September

RMT union members have announced a five-day strike across London Underground services following a deadlocked dispute over pay and a proposed four-day week.

Transport ·14 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Recent Train Times is currently undergoing maintenance

Recent Train Times is currently undergoing maintenance

Recent Train Times has suspended some services for scheduled maintenance following intermittent outages in the National Rail data feed. The platform is expected to return to full functionality by late Friday.

Transport ·14 Jul 2026, 10:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
London Underground services at standstill as RMT strikes hit network

London Underground services at standstill as RMT strikes hit network

A week of coordinated industrial action has disrupted London's Tube and DLR networks, leading to major event postponements and widespread commuter delays. Transport for London and the RMT remain deadlocked over shift patterns and a proposed 3.4 per cent pay increase.

Transport ·13 Jul 2026, 16:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Aberdeen Airport security strike averted as industrial action is called off

Aberdeen Airport security strike averted as industrial action is called off

Planned security strikes at Aberdeen Airport have been averted, providing a boost to regional transport reliability. This resolution comes as the aviation industry balances recovery with ongoing labor negotiations.

Transport ·5 Jul 2026, 06:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
National Rail warns of widespread disruption and engineering works

National Rail warns of widespread disruption and engineering works

Extensive infrastructure projects and station maintenance are causing network-wide service disruptions, delays, and bus replacements across the UK. Passengers are advised to verify travel plans and station status information through the National Rail or Trainslive platforms.

Transport ·1 Jul 2026, 23:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read