London Transport Roundup: Elizabeth and Central Line Disruptions, New Cycle Hire App and Stratford International Plans

Passengers across London's rail, Underground and tram networks are facing a series of service adjustments and delays this week. On the Elizabeth line, services are scheduled to be reduced for four days this week, according to a report by London Now. Meanwhile, Tube commuters experienced Central line delays following a signal failure at North Acton, as reported by both London Now and Yahoo News UK. Elsewhere on the transport network, two London tram stops have closed because of track faults, London Now and Yahoo News UK also reported.

Beyond immediate service disruptions, wider operational changes could affect London travellers. London Now reported that a London Tube station used by millions could face a major shutdown for a whole year. Bus passengers may also see route changes, with the London Evening Standard reporting on routes facing TfL cuts and asking whether local London buses could be scrapped. On the Elizabeth line, the London Evening Standard reported that London commuters have criticised what were described as "garish" Turkish Airlines adverts on the line.

For cyclists in the capital, TfL and Santander are preparing to launch a brand new Santander Cycles app. According to an announcement from tfl-newsroom.prgloo.com, the new app features major upgrades designed to make bike hire quicker and easier than ever. Business Green also reported that TfL and Santander will roll out the new Santander Cycles app to help meet growing demand. Alongside the digital upgrades for cycle hire, My London reported that two dangerous North London roads are set to get a cycle lane overhaul.

Longer-term plans for cross-Channel rail travel and network policing are also drawing attention in the capital. Rail Magazine reported that the Mayor of London is pushing to open Stratford International station to cross-Channel services, while the London Evening Standard reported that international trains are set to run from a second major London station within four years. Regarding fare enforcement on the network, My London reported on how a Tory Mayor hopeful would aim to stop fare evasion by having BTP officers on Tube gates and TfL staff intervening. Meanwhile, British Transport Police announced that CCTV images have been released connected to high-value luggage thefts between London and Cambridgeshire, and RailAdvent reported that an image was released following an incident at a London Underground station.