New update to the TfL Go app that looks pretty cool (although the Northern line being white is a bit off)

London's Elizabeth Line is no doubt a success.

However, I believe it was a missed opportunity in the case of better utilizing land value capture to secure more of its funding. While it did use tools like Business Rate Supplement (tax on Greater London businesses), Developer Contributions, and Mayoral CIL (tax on new development), it actually only captured a small portion of the massive property value increase generated by the new line. I argue that these developers and businesses should've contributed more to the line that gain them those profits.

If done right, it could potentially help future transit projects, like CrossRail 2 fund itself without relying on government funding.

I discussed these missed opportunities in a video I made: https://youtu.be/LV4ZktgtFvQ

All 21 assembly members in attendance at City Hall unanimously backed a motion to introduce a "Bill of Rights" to protect bus drivers and offer workers more support in heatwave conditions. 

On Thursday, Reform UK Assembly Member Keith Prince laid down a motion proposing the measure, which includes a dozen key principles.

It calls for bus drivers to have access to toilets on all bus routes, rest breaks, no forced overtime, the right to report safety concerns without fear of punishment and working air-cooling and heating systems.

Last week London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan promised drivers more support to help them cope with the extreme hot weather. 

He told the LDRS that bus drivers who feel their bus is too hot "shouldn't be driving their buses and they will not be penalised for [not] doing so".

During London's heatwave last month, temperatures soared up to 50C in some drivers' cabs, it was claimed, while many bus drivers worked with faulty air-conditioning and air-cooling systems.

Unite the union has accused one of London's largest operators, Arriva, of "putting profits before people" and failing to invest in better cooling systems.

It also alleges that Transport for London and Sir Sadiq are not doing enough to protect drivers and continue to put their safety at risk.

Prince said: "We have seen drivers having to drive with their shirts off, drivers that don't have anywhere to go to the loo. Something needs to be done."

"While it's important we are able to get to work and buses run on time, it's equally important we are not driving these bus drivers to such levels of fatigue that they make human errors."

Sir Sadiq Khan suspended bus performance contracts during heatwaves so drivers would not be penalised for delays

TfL's director of buses Lorna Murphy said in a statement: "Bus drivers play an essential role in keeping the capital moving. Alongside bus operators, we take their safety and welfare seriously and we rightly require operators to meet high standards.

"We are working together on a range of measures to further improve working conditions, health and wellbeing. We are committed to ensuring that all staff have a fair work schedule, with safe vehicles and access to the facilities they need to carry out their roles effectively. We regularly engage with Unite the union on these matters.

"We would like to reassure colleagues again that any reports from drivers are always fully investigated, and our operators should never take action against people raising concerns about welfare."

A spokesperson for Arriva London said: "All of our London buses are fitted with cab air-cooling systems. Cooling technology has developed significantly over the lifespan of a bus fleet and there's no straightforward way to retrofit newer technology.

"We're actively working with vehicle manufacturers to explore what improvements can be made. Driver safety and welfare is a priority for us."

'Sweltering heat'

A Bus Driver Bill of Rights petition was submitted in February 2025 by Caroline Russell, leader of the Green Party in the London Assembly. 

She said: "In Paris last week, a bus driver was overcome by heat and crashed into a tree.

"That single moment says a lot about what happens when conditions become unbearable. Drivers have been working in sweltering heat [in recent weeks]."

Nearly 2,000 bus drivers across 10 depots in north and east London are being balloted over a potential strike due to "unbearable" heatwave conditions. 

This ballot opened on 1 July and will stay open until 29 July.

Unite has warned that any strike action will lead to severe delays and cancellations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2d93r5gp9o

I got this letter from tfl for using my dads 60+ card like 3 months ago. Can someone tell me what’s expected to come. I thought it would be a £100 fine or something but I’m seeing people online say I need to get a solicitor and what not. I’m only 19 and this is my first offence so upon seeing this letter I was lowkey shitting myself icl. Seen a few people say to write a letter to tfl taking accountability and apologising, would you suggest this? I did also lie an say that I only used it once when in reality I used it for about a month or so but irregularly. I haven't used it since so I've learned my lesson lol. p.s if you have something negative to say that doesn't include advice please instead use this time to do something useful. Thank you in advance! :)

Have spoken to agent,but they say there is no charge.

Why does the app say this though.

This includes things like Bus Stops, Shelters, Countdown not working etc for TfL Streetcare: streetcare.tfl.gov.uk

And Streetlamps, benches, cycle lanes etc for FixMyStreet (your local council): FixMyStreet.com

I'm excited to announce that TfL Go now supports Dark Mode on iOS. After a bit of a hiccup where we accidentally released part of this last week without the proper settings, today with v3.14.0 you can choose to follow the System setting, or force TfL Go into Dark or Light mode depending on your preference.

We're also really keen to get feedback on this, so in the settings area where you can choose the mode, there's a link to a short survey - please fill it out and tell us what works, what doesn't so we can bring improvements.

For the Android users out there, we haven't forgotten you, but we have some foundational work to do before we're able to bring this, so please be patient with us.

Yesterday i travelled from Gatwick Airport to St Pancras and it was my first time using a TfL service. I used contactless tap and go as im not from London and don’t have an Oyster card or anything like that. I have woke up this morning and been triple charged for my journey. Is this normal and will it get refunded or is it a problem?