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Plant training facility for operating construction vehicles opens

A dedicated training facility for the operation of construction vehicles has opened to help address the skills shortage.

construction and utilities 27 Jun

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Huge surge in parking fines for diplomatic vehicles

The number of PCNs issued to diplomatic vehicles along red routes in London increased by 96% between 2021 and 2024, new research suggests.

fines and penalties 30 May

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Plan to hike congestion charge by 20% | Discounts for electric fleets

Views are being sought to increase a daily congestion charge by 20%, from £15 to £18, with discounts planned for a range of electric vehicles.

Transport for London (TfL) 27 May

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Wear-resistant brakes and tyres required to cut harmful fleet emissions

New report also recommends the expansion of low emission zones and the lowering of speed limits to improve air quality.

Fleet strategy 23 May

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20mph speed limit research adds more weight to reduction argument

With the exception of motorcycle fatalities, which did not change, 20mph schemes led to fewer fatalities and less severe injuries across every mode of travel.

speed limits 21 May

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TfL faces criticism over ‘patchwork’ approach to car club strategy

The London Assembly Transport Committee has warned that TfL's fragmented strategy on car clubs is stifling their growth and undermining progress towards key goals.

car club 7 May

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Clean air zone impact on health revealed in new study

Greater London's low emission zone and the ultra-low emission zone are delivering significant public health and economic benefits, according to a new study.

clean air zones 24 Apr

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Charges introduced for drivers as new Silvertown Tunnel opens

The Silvertown tunnel has been opened with new charges applying to drivers using the new Thames crossing and the Blackwall Tunnel.

Transport for London (TfL) 7 Apr

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Non-folding e-bikes banned due to fire risk

All non-folding e-bikes will be banned from most TfL services, including on the tube, overground, Elizabeth line and DLR, from Monday (March 31).

safety and risk management 26 Mar

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Software finds half of TfL fleet ready for EV switch

Dynamon’s Zero software analysed TfL’s vehicle telematics data and operational patterns over a 12-month period.

Charging & infrastructure 13 Mar

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TfL trials mobile charging with electric construction vehicles

Transport for London is working with FM Conway on a six-week trial of zero-emission construction vehicles, which includes a UK first using mobile recharging.

Charging & infrastructure 21 Feb

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New safety standard for cargo bikes and their operators

New safety standards have been published for cargo bikes and their operators, with their use continuing to grow.

cargo bikes 7 Feb

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Tunnel closures linked to increased congestion and dangerous driving

Safety, congestion and travel disruption caused by closures of the Blackwall Tunnel revealed in telematics data from more than 16,000 commercial vehicles.

Telematics 15 Jan

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London ‘most congested’ city with delays costing drivers and fleets

London is the most congested city in Europe and the fifth most congested city globally, with drivers losing 101 hours sitting in traffic.

congestion 7 Jan

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Silvertown Tunnel opening date announced by TfL

First announced in 2012, the 1.4km Silvertown Tunnel will link Newham to the Greenwich Peninsula.

Transport for London (TfL) 6 Jan

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Traffic management firm secures asset finance backing to fuel growth

City Traffic Management Services is targeting growth after securing a significant six-figure asset finance package.

traffic management 29 Nov

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New charges for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels to be agreed next week

TfL has set out its recommendations for the package of discounts, exemptions and charges for the Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels.

Transport for London (TfL) 28 Nov

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London boroughs and TfL issue 8 million fines to drivers

Driven by the increase in parking fines, there was a 9.7% year-on-year increase in the overall number of PCNs issued.

fines and penalties 1 Nov

Cyclist, van and truck at London junction

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Fleets failing to adhere to new truck safety rules face £550 fine

New, tougher minimum safety requirements for vehicles entering London come into force today (Monday, October 28).

direct vision standard 28 Oct

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Less than a week before Direct Vision Standard rule change

Logistics UK and the RHA have issued an urgent reminder to businesses to check whether vehicles require a permit in order to continue operating in London.

direct vision standard 22 Oct