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Thursday, 05 June 2025

BBC News

• Silvertown Tunnel easing congestion, TfL saysThe new route has seen a fall in the number of drivers using the nearby Blackwall Tunnel, TfL says.

Times Online

• Labour council ordered to remove 'unlawful' LTN in landmark case. [subscription]Lambeth council is facing calls to refund more than £1 million it received in fines from motorists in the low-traffic neighbourhood
• Tesla UK sales down 45% in new blow for Elon Musk. [subscription]Decline in May comes despite rising sales in wider EV industry, with the company's hopes resting on the revamped Model Y

The Sun

• CLOSED UP Major tunnel used by 25,000 vehicles a day to close for 17 nights throughout June just two months after grand openingA MAJOR tunnel used by some 25,000 vehicles each day is closing for 17 nights throughout June - just months after opening.

London Evening Standard

• 12,000 drivers a day avoiding Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels following introduction of tolls, TfL revealsTfL has said that initial data shows there has been a significant increase in cross-river bus use at the Silvertown Tunnel and Blackwall Tunnel, while individual journeys have dropped

Newcastle Evening Chronicle

• Tyne Bridge restoration’s missing £6m funding finally secured after Labour transport cash promiseThe remaining money needed to complete the Tyne Bridge's restoration will be drawn from a £1.85 billion transport funding pot for the North East, which was confirmed by Rachel Reeves yesterday

Highways News

• National Highways and Historic England sign agreement to protect and promote the nation's heritageNational Highways and Historic England have signed a landmark agreement to protect and promote England's heritage, ensuring delivery of good outcomes for people and communities. ... The repair of Upminster Tithe Barn, owned by Havering Council, is a key example of this partnership working approach. The project was largely funded by National Highways as part of the Lower Thames Crossing scheme, which will run to the east of the site. The Lower Thames Crossing has a designated funding stream to support initiatives that deliver lasting benefits to communities and the environment in the vicinity.

Other News Sources

• TfL says Silvertown tunnel reduces Blackwall tunnel trafficTransport for London (TfL) has revealed that between April 21 and May 11, on average, 88,000 vehicles used the Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels. This marks a drop from before the new River Thames road crossing opened on April 7, when between 90,000 and 100,000 vehicles used the Blackwall tunnel every day.
• Campaigner says a Surrey council is 'missing the point' 20mph speed limit idea scrappedResidents said they were scared and intimidated by HGVs driving 30mph