Transport for London

The future of public transport written like an advertisement on the side of a bus

Government programmes 17 Mar 2022

Public transport: What does the future hold?

Is it short-sighted to expect public transport to ‘pay’ for itself? Shouldn’t some other benefits of having a fit-for-purpose system also be considered?

London to make 24-hour bus lane trials permanent

TfL will make its trial of 24-hour bus lanes permanent, after a trial found extending bus lane hours cut journey times and helped reliability.

Council leader disappointed by new Crossrail delays

The leader of Havering Council has raised his concerns about further delays to the Crossrail project caused by a dispute between the government and Transport for London (TfL) over funding.

TfL prepares to expand London ULEZ

Transport for London (TfL) is installing new cameras ahead of the expansion of London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) to the North and South Circular.

TfL celebrates decade of cycle hire scheme as volumes reach 94 million

Transport for London (TfL) is celebrating a decade of cycle hire in the capital with more than 94 million hires since the scheme launched in July 2010.

DfT reviewing Transport for London future structure due to Covid-19

The Department for Transport (DfT) is currently reviewing the future financial position and structure of Transport for London due to pressure from Covid-19.

London tube ready to switch to renewable energy on path to zero emissions by 2030

Transport for London has set out its renewable energy requirements as part of its ambition for a zero-carbon railway by 2030.

Proving the health benefits of active travel

TfL starts work on Bishopsgate active travel and public transport upgrades

Transport for London has started work on transforming Bishopsgate to be a 'less intimidating place' which prioritises walking and cycling.

TfL approves Toyota cabin safety screen to help protect UK taxi drivers from Covid-19

Transport for London (TfL) has approved a new cabin safety screen developed by Toyota to help protect its private-hire taxi driver customers and their passengers from Covid-19.

TfL to increase scope and cost of Congestion Charge from June 22

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed it will introduce temporary measures to increase the cost and scope of the London Congestion Charge from June 22.

TfL introduces new measures to protect bus drivers and passengers from COVID-19

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that London's buses have begun returning to front-door boarding, with customers required to touch in with Oyster, contactless and concessionary cards.

TfL furloughs 7,000 staff due to reduction in passenger numbers

TfL has furloughed 7,000 staff for three weeks as a result of falling passenger numbers by 95% due to the coronavirus.