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Saturday, 07 November 2026

BBC News

• Speed limit cut on major road over safety barrier fearsPart of a major road in Angus sees its speed limit cut after resurfacing work left a safety barrier 50mm (2in) too low.
• Tube drivers to stage strikes in Christmas run-upThe union is in dispute with London Underground over working arrangements for drivers.
• Glasgow Subway to shut on two Sundays for systems testsThe first of the planned closures will coincide with the partial closure of the M8 motorway on Sunday 15 November.
• Delays expected as two weekends of M8 closures beginScotland's busiest motorway will be closed in both directions as work takes place to replace two footbridges in Glasgow.
• Elon Musk appears to signal the end of the road for CybertruckMusk said it was to make room for production of its Cybercabs - autonomous taxis without a driver.

Financial Times

• West End reports spending boost after Oxford Street bans cars and busesTransactions on Barclays debit and credit cards increased 13% between October 26 and October 31, compared with same period last year.

The Guardian

• Why bus shelters are about more than just keeping out the rainThe structures make waiting times feel shorter and can encourage the use of public transport
• Most Europeans want action to tackle climate crisis but not at any cost, poll showsYouGov survey finds support for tree planting and emissions taxes but opposition to air travel and fuel levies. Europe live – latest updatesEuropeans believe human-made climate change is real, a survey has shown, with most feeling action must be taken soon – as long as they do not have to sacrifice too much to achieve it.The YouGov poll of six European countries showed between 69% (Germany) and 80% (France) of respondents believed the climate was changing, with few (1%-4%) denying it and 14-20% believing it was changing, but not as a result of human activity.

The Independent

• Europe flights and airport hit by fresh threats after days of chaosMultiple flights have been grounded over the past week

Times Online

• New Edinburgh airport boss orders arrivals and baggage overhaul [subscription]New chief executive Mark Johnston targets 'dated' arrivals hall and long delays as areas needing improvement
• Labour MPs summon rail bosses over worsening delays after nationalisation [subscription]Analysis from The Times found there had been a stark drop in c2c's performance since the government took charge
• Brace for flight disruption after hoax bomb threats, passengers told [subscription]Airlines would rather deal with 'grumpy' travellers than not take security seriously, according to a former Civil Aviation Authority chief
• Why power banks have become a safety issue on flights [subscription]Incidents involving the gadgets on planes have doubled in a year. This is what you need to know

Welsh Government

• Boosting female representation in the Welsh transport sectorThe Deputy Minister for Transport, Mark Hooper, met Marie Daly, Chief Operating Officer at Transport for Wales and Chair of Women in Rail, earlier this month, to hear about the progress being made to recruit and retain women in the transport sector in Wales.

Network Rail

• New lift makes Hertford North station fully step-freePassengers at Hertford North station are now benefiting from step-free access to all platforms after the completion of a major accessibility improvement scheme.

Birmingham Post

• Move to protect airport as councillors want commercial flights to returnCarlisle Lake District Airport 'remains a strategic asset with the potential to support jobs, investment and economic growth'
• British Airways owner IAG sees profits drop as Iran war drives aviation fuel costs higherInternational Airlines Group says annual fuel bill expected to jump to nearly €8.9bn

Bristol Live

• Date set for opening of new Brabazon train station in BristolThe opening of a new train station to serve the 'Brabazon' new town at the Aviva Arena at the old Filton Airfield will open later this month.

Edinburgh Evening News

• Labour councillors claim bus funding shortfall is putting Midlothian services at riskLabour councillors in Midlothian are calling for an urgent review of bus concession payments amid claims services are being cut because of underfunding.

London Evening Standard

• Are cyclists finally getting the message on Oxford Street?The number of cyclists riding along the newly-pedestrianised stretch of Oxford Street appears to have dropped off sharply
• Stansted flight among passenger planes disrupted by new bomb threats as Heathrow also targetedFlight FR1730 left Stansted for Sofia at 6am on Thursday, but has been diverted to Plovdiv

The York Press

• York bus shelter replacement delays prompt action callPEOPLE are being left standing in the wind and rain while waiting for buses in York due to shelters not being replaced after being removed, campaigners have said.

Yorkshire Post

• Northern takes step closer to bringing new electric trains on York to Leeds routeNorthern is set to submit its business case to government in the New Year to bring 450 new trains into its fleet, with electric models to run between Leeds, York and Huddersfield.

Cambridge News

• 'Hero' train worker decided to 'fight back' against attacker, court hearsOne witness said the train worker was 'full of adrenaline' and 'super ready' during the attack

South Wales Argus

• TfW denies Caerleon railway station plans are forgottenCampaigners say Transport for Wales must prove it remains committed to long-standing plans for a new station.

Other Regional Press

• Government backs council plans for improvements to A38 to Bristol AirportTHE Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed £26 million in funding for improvements along the A38 corridor which will make it easier to drive to Bristol Airport.
• Major new direct train service from west Wales approvedA new direct train service will connect west Wales to Bristol Temple Meads.
• East West Rail opening could be 'weeks away' if row resolved, MPs toldA completed railway linking Oxford and Milton Keynes could open to passengers within weeks.
• Major work on West Highland Line starts this weekendMajor upgrades to the West Highland Line will get underway this weekend, with buses replacing trains on sections of the route from Monday
• Recent planning applications submitted to Camden CouncilA major mixed-use development featuring new homes, businesses and community facilities could transform land around Euston station.
• Consultation opens on letting school leavers train as bus and coach driversTEENAGERS straight from school could soon be driving Somerset buses and coaches under Government plans to find jobs for youngsters.
• Troubled railway station set for upgrades after hundreds of incidents reportedA railway station marred by violence and anti-social behaviour is set for a major security upgrade.

Rail Magazine

• ORR warns of weakening competition in rolling stock maintenance marketThe Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has published its interim findings into the passenger rolling stock maintenance market, warning that a lack of transparency and steep barriers to switching suppliers are driving up long-term costs for the railway.

Railnews

• RMT calls Underground strikes, but unions are divided The RMT has called a series of strikes on London Underground in its continuing dispute over a proposed four day week for drivers, but ASLEF says it is surprised that the RMT is opposing a voluntary arrangement. Transport for London has already said that drivers working four rather than five days a week would work fewer hours, but the RMT is insisting that the new rotas are being ‘imposed’.

Railway Gazette

• Europe: 'We see a supply gap for hauled coaches and locos'Leoš Novotny, founder of Leo Express and the Leo Mobility Management rolling stock leasing company, explains to Benjámin Zelki how his latest venture will function as a 'Booking.com for rail operators', providing fast access to rolling stock and financing while disrupting the established Rosco model.

Aviation Industry

• UK ministers visit Aberdeen and London Stansted to show supportIt has been a busy few days for government ministers in the UK who have visited Aberdeen and London Stansted airports.
• Birmingham Airport strengthens sustainability credentials with EcoVadis assessmentBirmingham Airport (BHX) has achieved a score of 63 out of 100 in its first EcoVadis sustainability assessment, earning the EcoVadis Committed Badge.

Other News Sources

• New airport boss unhappy at passenger experiencePassengers have been promised a better experience at Edinburgh airport by its new chief executive who has demanded improvements in its operations. Mark Johnston succeeded long-serving Gordon Dewar last month and has outlined a number of changes he wants to see, particularly in the much-criticised arrivals area and ground handling.
• Wirral advances plans for Woodside Bus InterchangeA children's play area with pirate ship, sky twister swings, and inclusive multi seesaw would take over the northern part of the transport hub under the council's plans to rejuvenate Birkenhead's waterfront.