September 3, 2010

London Assembly publish report into Oxford Street congestion

Transport for London and Westminster Council should assess the possibility of re-routing buses serving London's West End to reduce the number that travel through the area according to a new report published today by the London Assembly. ‘Streets ahead: Relieving congestion on … [Read more...]

TfL Board agree taxi fare increase

Taxi fares in London are set to rise by 2.3 per cent after Transport for London’s (TfL) Board today agreed the need to ensure drivers were able to meet rising costs. TfL say the increase "aims to find a balance between maintaining income levels for drivers, who face disproportionately … [Read more...]

Passenger watchdog publishes TfL performance report

London TravelWatch, the London Assembly funded passenger watchdog, has published a new report into the performance of TfL controlled transport services in the capital. The report covers second quarter of 2009/2010 (July to September 2009) and rates all transport modes using a ‘traffic-light’ … [Read more...]

London TravelWatch calls for Oyster Extension Permits to be scrapped

Oyster pay as you go holders can use their cards on network rail services

London's passenger watchdog has condemned the new Oyster Extension Permits, which allow Oyster Pay As You Go to be used on national rail services, for being "difficult to understand" and has called for them to be scrapped. Sharon Grant, Chair of London TravelWatch, says the watchdog … [Read more...]

Passenger Watchdog expresses concern over transport funding

TravelWatch represents passengers in and around London

As consultations close on Boris Johnson's Transport Strategy, the capital's transport watchdog has expressed concern over future investment levels. The Mayor's Draft Transport Strategy was published for consultation in October alongside the London Plan and Economic Development … [Read more...]

Train 24/7 Freedom Pass talks unlikely to start before Easter 2010

Negotiations with train operators to allow Freedom Pass holders to use rail services in the capital at any time of the day are unlikely to start before Easter according to Mayor of London Boris Johnson. Although Freedom Pass holders can now access most Transport for London services … [Read more...]

Fares advice issued by passenger watchdog

Passenger watchdog London TravelWatch is urging transport users in the capital to check they are getting the best deal on fares before buying their season ticket for the New Year. The body, which is funded by the London Assembly and represents the interests of transport users … [Read more...]

TravelWatch wants Circle Line customers feedback

London's passenger watchdog is reminding people that changes to Circle Line service come into effect from this Sunday, 13 December and is asking passengers to share their experiences of the new service. The changes will see trains travelling clockwise (via Kings Cross) start at … [Read more...]