Transport for London News Week 1 August 2023

TRAVEL DISRUPTION ALERT

Action short of a strike may affect some national rail train operators until Saturday, 5 August, and from Monday, 7 August to Saturday, 12 August.

Visit the National Rail website for details about their nationwide impact.

PUBLIC TOILET ACCESS FOR DRIVERS

Taxi and private hire drivers can access toilets at publicly accessible locations in key areas of London, including Heathrow and City airports.

More information is available on Transport for London website.

ONLINE SAFEGUARDING AWARENESS COURSE

In line with the DfT's Statutory Standards for taxi and private hire licensing, drivers are reminded to undertake our online safeguarding awareness course.

Available to all taxi and private hire drivers and applicants.

RAISING AWARENESS: CHILD EXPLOITATION

The Metropolitan Police Service's Operation Makesafe aims to raise awareness of child exploitation in the business community.

Recognize indicators of possible child exploitation and report concerns to the Metropolitan Police on 101 (quote 'Operation Makesafe') or call 999 if someone is in immediate danger.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN LONDON

Notable events include "Ain't Too Proud", "Hot Chip", "TINA - The Tina Turner Musical", "South Facing Festival 2023", and more.

Expect increased demand for taxi and private hire services in these areas due to these events.

ROAD UPDATES

Woolwich Ferry Closure: Closed for essential dry docks works until Sunday 3 September. Alternative river crossings suggested at Dartford, Blackwall, and Rotherhithe.

Ongoing Road Closures: Details on closures at Great Cambridge Road, Tooley Street, Vincent Road, A3 Borough High Street, Southwark Street, and Wandsworth Bridge.

Plan ahead and check our travel advice page for further help planning your journey.

TAXI RANK SUSPENSIONS

Temporary Suspensions: Several ranks will be temporarily out of service, including 5757 Brompton Road, 4884 Matthew Parker Street, 5512 Sloane Square, 6007 New Cross Road, TR002 Margaret Street, 5807 Finsbury Square (N/W Corner), 5758 Charing Cross Road, and 5396 Hammersmith Broadway.

The suspensions are due to various reasons such as utility works, gas main replacement works, and crane operations.