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Fuel shortage fears across the UK 
Posted on  03-12-2010 10:45:43 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  News Desk

-  Tens of thousands of motorists could have no fuel over the weekend

News Desk

Fuel is running low across the United Kingdom according to the RMI Independent Petrol Retailers Association because "its members across the east of the country from Scotland down ...


  
"Black ice" roads hazard across London as councils fail to grit roads 
Posted on  03-12-2010 10:26:55 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  Travel Desk

Travel Desk

London drivers are being warned of "black ice" as the latest result of the freezing temperatures in the capital.  Local authorities have struggled to cope with the scale of the Arctic freeze, with gritters unable to deal with the sheer scale of the snow ...


 
Think warm thoughts! Boris Bikes go casual tomorrow 
Posted on  02-12-2010 03:18:07 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  [email protected]

The day London commuters were waiting for is almost here, though one look out the window may dull the celebrations – tomorrow the capitals cycle hire scheme goes ‘casual’.

Since the summer the £140m scheme have been widely viewed as a major success with over 1.8m journeys ...


  
Schools in north London "forced" to stay open to prevent economic meltdown 
Posted on  02-12-2010 10:20:50 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  News Desk

News Desk

Whitehall is apparently "forcing" local authorities to keep schools open despite freezing temperatures, heavy snow and dangerous footpaths, in order to prevent major disruptions to private and public sector bodies, small businesses and the critical time for consumer spending before Christmas.

Today in north ...


  
Winter driving tips to avoid problems 
Posted on  30-11-2010 01:09:30 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  Travel Desk

Travel Desk

Londoner's are being warned to be pro-active and take precautions when driving with Sainsbury's issuing a number of tips.

Drivers should check local weather forecasts before making journeys and if weather conditions are treacherous, avoid driving unless the journey is essential.

  
Snow covers London, schools expected to close, "heavy stuff" on the way 
Posted on  30-11-2010 10:05:03 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  News Desk

News Desk

London has been covered with snow, with the Met Office issuing an extreme weather warning for the entire capital for Tuesday and the remainder of the week.  Local authorities around London have advised schools to try and "keep open" but several head teachers ...


  
Tube paralysis, "black Monday" for Londoners 
Posted on  29-11-2010 11:18:59 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  News Desk

News Desk

Commuters attempting to travel into central London have been severely "hampered" according to London Daily News reporters across the capital.

At 10AM here is the current state of play:

Bakerloo line - 80-90% shut down with official TFL line - "part suspended"
Central ...


  
"Can't believe the rail unions" Mayors outburst following strike talks failure 
Posted on  26-11-2010 01:10:41 AM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  News Desk

News Desk

Mayor Boris Johnson has reacted angrily to the decision by the RMT and TSSA to strike on Sunday evening/ Monday via Twitter with "can't believe the rail unions".

Tube travel on Monday will be hit following a decision by the RMT and TSSA trade ...


  
High speed rail links between London and the north still alive and well 
Posted on  25-11-2010 12:15:02 PM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  Antonis Christodoulou

By Antonis Christodoulou

The Prime Minister confirmed high-speed train links between London and the north will still go ahead despite pressures from other Conservative ministers opposing the idea.

According to Mr. Cameron this new high-speed route will connect London, Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds ...


  
City Hall to consider a fourth airport for London 
Posted on  25-11-2010 12:06:46 PM (GMT +00:00)
Published By  City Hall Desk

City Hall Desk

London needs another airport and not a third runway at Heathrow according to advisors of the Mayor of London.

The Deputy Chairman of Transport for London (TfL), Daniel Moylan has made an appeal to the  Government to include a "new hub airport" ...


  
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