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London’s trams will receive a major wheel and brake overhaul to boost safety, reliability and extend service life into the 2030s. Work will be carried out by Yellow Rail at their upgraded Derby site.
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TfL is marking 25 years with a new look across the network.
Electric buses like EE13 are now in service with special anniversary wraps.
Trains, stations and even the cable car are part of the rollout.
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Last week the TfL Commissioner said drivers can take a bus out of service if the air con isn’t working.
Now they issue this.
No mention of refusal. No mention of defecting. Just “ask for a break”.
Mixed messages that put lives at risk.
@TfL@GMB_union#NoAirConNoService
Silvertown Tunnel is open and bus journeys are already improving Less congestion, quicker trips, and a new cycle shuttle now running.
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🚨 Strike action confirmed
Stagecoach bus drivers across the west of Scotland are preparing to walk out in a pay dispute backed by Unite the Union
Disruption is expected across Ayrshire and nearby areas
📰 Read more: shorturl.at/c9EYX#Stagecoach#UniteTheUnion#BusStrike
🚌 A retired London bus has been given a new life as a mobile support hub for the homeless
Now offering hot food, clothing, and a place to feel human again
A brilliant example of a bus still serving the people of London
Full story → shorturl.at/dBHUX#LondonBuses…
🎧 Plans to fine people up to £1000 for playing loud music on buses and trains in England
The Lib Dems want to make it a clear offence to use speakers on public transport instead of headphones
Full story → shorturl.at/4NPu9#PublicTransport#LondonBuses#TfL
🚇 Big changes coming to the Piccadilly line
TfL is upgrading power systems to support 27 trains per hour by 2027 and a brand new air conditioned fleet is on the way
Walk through carriages, lower energy use, better reliability ✅
📸 Read more → shorturl.at/xbfS0…
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