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Saturday, 29 April 2017

BBC News

• M&S on the roadThe High Street giant prepares to join a crowded market for home delivery but could face problems.
• Ted 2017: Elon Musk's vision for underground road systemElon Musk talks about networks of tunnel roads, autonomous driving, space travel and his pet snail Gary.
• 'Matter of luck' that Easyjet plane missed droneA report into the incident at Edinburgh Airport last year said the pilot had no time to take avoiding action.
• Unknown wreck of German boat found in Scapa FlowThe boat is likely to have lain undiscovered since the German High Seas Fleet was scuttled in 1919.
• Mike Samwell car theft death: Man charged with murderRyan Gibbons, 29, is also accused of burglary after ex-Royal Navy officer Mike Samwell was killed.
• Man found stabbed to death on Marylebone busThe 48-year-old victim was found just after midnight on a number 189 bus in central London.
• Tube badge for hidden illnesses 'not as positive as hoped' says lupus suffererStudent Amy tells Newsbeat that more needs to be done to alert people to hidden disabilities.
• Garden Bridge: London mayor Sadiq Khan withdraws supportLondon Mayor Sadiq Khan tells the Garden Bridge Trust he cannot support the scheme.
• Glasgow Prestwick Airport unveils plans to return to private handsGlasgow Prestwick Airport says it aims to be back in private ownership within the next five years.
• Car reversed into Sanctuary nightclub in Glasgow then set alightThe fire, which police are treating as suspicious, happened outside the Sanctuary club in Glasgow's west end.
• Schoolboy among bus stop crash injured in ClydebankThree pedestrians, including a 15-year-old boy, are injured when a van crashed into bus stop in Clydebank.

The Guardian

• The garden bridge is dead – now £37m of public money must be repaidDespite its exclusivity and rickety economics, the garden bridge project went far further than it should have thanks to Boris Johnson’s disregard for planning rulesVarnished with a Kevlar coating of celebrity sparkle, Bullingdon Club backing and architectural fairy dust, the garden bridge has always seemed capable of surviving every missile of common sense thrown at it. For three years it has been fiercely opposed by supporters of gardens and bridges alike, of which this vanity project was clearly never either. But now it seems its invincibility cloak has finally worn off, as London’s mayor, S...
• Whiplash: the myth that funds a £20bn gravy trainAfter an accident I stepped away uninjured but was pestered to claim. Now, a brave neurosurgeon speaks outTen years ago I was in a country lane in Leicestershire, indicating to turn right to go into a hotel for a family event. Seconds later my car was a write-off after a young driver careered round the bend, smashing into the rear of my VW Golf. Fortunately I stepped out uninjured. And from that moment I was pestered, again and again, to make a false whiplash claim.One of the hotel’s guests was first in. “You’ve got to get down the doctors, tell them your neck is really hurting. You’ll easily ...

The Herald

• Drone and plane collision only 'avoided by providence' report claimsA collision between an aircraft and a drone was only
• Five-year plan for Prestwick airport to return to private sectorManagement at Prestwick Airport plan to return it to private ownership within the next five years, a report has revealed.
• EasyJet plane almost struck by drone on approach to Edinburgh AirportAN easyJet plane came within 75ft of being struck by a drone as it came in to land at Edinburgh Airport.
• The �1m bill for electric cars doing just 6,000 miles a yearBy Fraser Clarke�
• Spaceport could be brought down to earth by ‘poor’ laws PLANS for a Scottish spaceport could be grounded by poor Westminster legislation, MPs have warned.

The Scotsman

• Rail policing merger driven by 'political ideology'The body representing railway police officers has said it is “hugely disappointed” after MSPs backed a controversial plan to integrate their work into Police Scotland.
• Ministers award �450,000 for bike revival projectA CYCLING group has been awarded £450,000 to help encourage others to get back in the saddle.

The Telegraph

• Man charged with murder for ex-Royal Navy officer run down by his own car as he tried to stop burglars

Times Online

• Southern rail crisis deflates house prices [Subscription]The Southern rail strikes have hit property prices hard in towns along the route, according to research by the comparison portal Zoopla.
• Airliner in first near-miss with multiple drones [Subscription]A near-miss involving a passenger jet and more than one drone has been reported in the UK for the first time.
• How to beat those toxic city fumes [Subscription]Air pollution stands accused of exacerbating conditions from cancer, asthma and strokes to heart disease, diabetes, obesity and even dementia, and the case for the prosecution is growing stronger with every new study.
• Prestwick launches new growth strategy [Subscription]Directors of Glasgow Prestwick airport hope to return the site to private ownership within the next five years.

Mail Online

• American Airlines flight from Manchester has to turn back The flight to New York's JFK Airport was due to take seven hours after leaving at 10.23am today, but turned around east of Dublin and landed back at Manchester about an hour later at 11.24am.
• Burka-wearing woman is dragged off London bus Exclusive MailOnline footage shows the bus passenger, believed to be in her early 20s, screaming as at least five officers drag her off public transport on Willesden High Road last night.
• Traffic halts as the Great Bank Holiday getaway begins The RAC warned drivers across the UK to expect delays on Friday as commuter traffic will share space with recreational travellers. Monday will be the busiest day for leisure trips.
• Father wins fight against British Airways over free food In January, British Airways dropped free food and drink (pictured, stock image) on most short-haul flights in favour of Marks & Spencer food, which must be paid for.
• Car hackers steal a £60,000 BMW by holding up bag to door The thieves were caught on CCTV using some sort of transmitting device inside the bag which is thought to extend the signal from the car’s keyless fob which was inside the house in Essex.

The Mirror

• Woman in Muslim dress dragged off bus and restrained by undercover anti-terror cops 'linked to foiled active plot'Dramatic footage shows three men dragging the woman into a doorway while the man believed to have been travelling with her attempts to flee the scene

Birmingham Mail

• Can you put a child seat in the front of the car? Research has discovered 65 per cent of parents found the new rules puzzling while 86 per cent aren't sure what exactly the changes mean for them

Birmingham Post

• Of course Government is backing HS2 - work has already started - says minister Minister also in Birmingham to talk about expansion of the Midlands Metro tram network

Daily Post (North Wales)

• Vauxhall showed 'reckless disregard' over Zafira fires A number of fires were reported in North Wales

London Evening Standard

• New badges for people who find it hard to stand on Tube launchedA badge for people who find it difficult to stand on the Tube was launched today [fri] to encourage fellow passengers to offer them a seat.
• Southern Rail strike: Commuter belt towns hit by walkouts see fall in house pricesHouse prices have stalled or even started falling in many commuter belt towns served by Southern Railway after a year of crippling strikes, new research shows.
• Sadiq Khan calls for 'cast-iron' pledge on Crossrail 2Sadiq Khan has called on all political parties to give a "cast-iron" manifesto pledge to press ahead with Crossrail 2 in the next Parliament.
• Mind the doors: Tube driver caught running train with cabin wide openThis is the extraordinary moment when a Tube driver was spotted travelling at speed with the door of his cabin wide open at the start of rush hour.
• Bank Holiday travel: Thousands of Londoners face gridlock and delays as they leave the capital for the long weekendLondoners face mammoth journeys out of the capital as thousands head off for Bank Holiday weekend breaks.
• 'Mail Rail' hidden beneath London's streets to open to public for first timeA stretch of railway hidden beneath London's streets will open to the public in July.
• Masked gang who stole BMWs before using them as getaway cars in shop raids jailed for 29 yearsA masked gang of thugs who stole flash cars before using them to raid nearby shops have been jailed for total of 29 years.
• Heathrow Airport: Passenger plane comes close to hitting 'multiple drones' while flying over east LondonA passenger plane came perilously close to hitting two drones while approaching Heathrow Airport in the UK's first recorded near miss with multiple unmanned aircrafts.
• Disability campaigners protest over access at London rail stationsDisability campaigners have protested at rail stations around London over the lack of access for disabled and older passengers.
• Victoria Line: Severe delays after police investigate 'noxious substance' on Tube carriageA man has been arrested after police were called to investigate a Victoria Line train after reports of a "noxious substance" on board.

The York Press

• Bus diversion slated by OAP A BUS firm has defended its service diversions in the wake of the closure of a York city centre street, following criticism from an elderly York Hospital outpatient.

North Wales Live

• When will the Edge Lane roadworks finish? Delays extended even further Drivers have been left frustrated by lengthy rush hour delays

Peterborough Telegraph

• Win �398 trip for two on The Cathedrals ExpressOn Wednesday, October 18, The Cathedrals Express will be starting out from Peterborough to take locals on a fabulous steam trip to York behind a diesel locomotive, with the return journey hauled by the world’s most famous engine, the Flying Scotsman, and you too could be on board.

West Sussex Gazette

• MP backs multi-millon investment at Gatwick AirportThe MP for Crawley has backed a multi-million pound investment at Gatwick Airport which is expected to provide more than 100 jobs.

Other Regional Press

• Angry BMW workers to protest outside plush car showroomBMW workers are to protest outside one of the car maker's prestige showrooms as part of a dispute over pensions.
• Millions to hit the roads for Bank Holiday weekend More than 10 million leisure journeys are expected on Britain's roads between Friday and Monday as motorists embark on a getaway for the May Day bank holiday.
• Police urge motorists in Hertfordshire to keep their vehicles secure following increase in crimeMotorcyles, mopeds and cars with keyless systems have been targeted by thieves in a ‘small increase’ of vehicle thefts in Hertfordshire.
• County is gearing up for return of the Velothon FAMILIES, community groups and local businesses in Monmouthshire are preparing to welcome cyclists training and participating in this year’s Velothon Wales 2017 on Sunday July 9.
• New Newport railway station proposed while rail group vows to continue campaign A new railway station could be opening in Gwent, but a campaign group has been left asking questions about their proposed station.
• Residents feel M4 relief road would "swamp" rural hamlets RESIDENTS of a Monmouthshire hamlet believe that it could be
• Workers to demonstrate at BMW's 'posh' flagship London showroomWORKERS from the BMW Mini plant in Cowley will be joining their colleagues from across the UK at a demonstration in London over 'pension robbery'.
• Cycle expert urges tolerance on the roads after row caught on cameraA LEADING cycling campaigner has reminded people to keep cool heads on the county’s roads after a video emerged of a clash between a rider and a bus driver.
• Striking rail staff protest against 'unsafe' plans for driver-only trains Conductors lined up outside Middlesbrough Station this morning as part of action by the RMT :: Northern Rail says it wants to 'modernise the railway'
• Hundreds sail into Portland on first cruise ships of the season HUNDREDS of passengers sailed in as Portland Port welcomed its first cruise ships of the season on Wednesday morning.
• CRACKDOWN: Dangerous drivers targeted in police operation in Weymouth SEVERAL arrests were made and a number of vehicles were seized in a crackdown on 'dangerous' road users.
• Warnings issued over Bank Holiday travel chaos as millions take to the roads The getaway for many residents, including those living in Coventry and Warwickshire, will begin on Friday

Buying Business Travel

• World’s ‘greenest’ airport opens in OsloOslo airport has opened its new airport extension which uses snow as a coolant and becomes the first to be awarded an ‘Excellent’ BREEAM rating

Aviation Industry

• US airline overbooking under scrutiny with Congress to hold hearingsAs US Congress prepares to hold hearings on airline customer service, the practice of overbooking flights is coming under scrutiny with airline policies being closely watched. read more

Green Miscellany

• Could our cities could become car-free within a generation?Could our cities could become car free within a generation? The question may seem fanciful, but it is of critical importance to a metropolis like London as it struggles to control air pollution and encourage cycling. Andrew Davis, managing director of the ETA, quotes our belief that the proliferation of cars comes with a wider social price. “Studies have found that people who… The post Could our cities could become car-free within a generation? appeared first on ETA.
• Who shouts loudest about the roads?When people are trained on how to help at the scene of a road traffic collision, the guidance is always the same; treat those making the least amount of noise first as they may be in greatest need. The same advice applies just as well to those in need of road improvements. The car lobby shouts loudly. Whether it’s the substantial sums… The post Who shouts loudest about the roads? appeared first on ETA.

Other News Sources

• Ken Skates keen to explore further A55 improvementsEconomy and Infrastructure Secretary, Ken Skates, has today commissioned a resilience study to identify possible further improvements to the A55.
• Roadworks causing massive tailbacksEMERGENCY roadworks for an electricity fault have been making life a misery for drivers.
• Green bus company becomes even more eco friendly after £250k campaignSTAFF and supporters of the country’s greenest bus company have celebrated a historic day.