Richmond

‘No sightings’ of escapee Daniel Khalife as van route shared

The Metropolitan Police’s counter-terrorism commander has said it is “testament to the ingenuity” of former soldier Daniel Khalife that there have been no confirmed sightings since he escaped prison. Khalife, who according to reports is accused of gath…

Heathrow rail link could connect Elizabeth line and Old Oak …

Construction work in 2015 on what would become the Elizabeth line. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

A proposed new railway link could connect Heathrow Airport with southwest London, Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire.
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan sai…

Major improvements to Skegness roads to begin in September

Major roadworks which will improve the roads in Skegness[1] are anticipated to start in late September 2023. They will include excavating failing sections of the carriageway and improving drainage in the town.
The work will start on Monday, September 2…

Sadiq Khan backs Heathrow rail link to south west London

The Mayor of London[1] said the so-called Southern Rail Link scheme could be transformative in enabling more people to reach the UK’s busiest airport.
The proposal would see a new track laid from Terminal 5 station down towards the existing South Weste…

Scotch Corner incidents cause A1(m) traffic misery

In the first incident a horse box broke down on a slip road at Scotch Corner shortly before lunchtime.
At about the same time firefighters travelling behind a combine harvester carried on the back of a truck noticed smoke coming from the agricultural m…

Best things to do outdoors in London with kids and friends

West London
1. Hounslow Heritage Walk, Isleworth
Over 200 soldiers lost their lives at the Battle of Brentford, while Vincent Van Gogh famously taught bible scripture along the riverside in Isleworth – you can visit both of these locations on a private…

A step to integration as Network Rail and TFGM announce …

NetworkRail and Transport for Greater Manchester have announced a new partnership to deliver a joint vision for Manchester and Salford’s central railway stations.
The collaboration is a major step in creating a better-connected transport system for th…