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• The Guardian view on dangerous cycling: justice is not about headlines | Editorial

  10-09-2017 21:10
  After a woman is killed by a bike, the government suggests it may extend dangerous driving offences to cyclists. But an extreme case, however terrible, is a poor basis for lawDangerous cycling can kill people. Last year a woman named Kim Briggs stepped into a road in central London and was struck by an 18-year-old cyclist who had no front brake. She died of her injuries. As dangerous driving offences apply only to motorists, the cyclist had to be convicted for an offence falling under an act fro
  
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• Workhorse of coalfield returns to Blaenavon station

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - The 4,200 class engine was based at Newport and brought coal, steel and iron from the valleys.
  
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• Wires left hanging after bus hits a telegraph pole

  10-09-2017 02:00 via theargus.co.uk
  Other News Sources -A BUS company faces a bill for damage after one of its drivers reversed into a telegraph pole.
  
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• We country folk can only dream of taxis on tap Subscription

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  Times Online - Townies, get uber yourselves. I have only taken an Uber twice in my life, both times booked by my sister-in-law because I dont have a clue how to do it.
  
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• Waterloo delays: Fury as track failure sparks travel chaos at major transport hub

  10-09-2017 02:00 via standard.co.uk
  London Evening Standard - Londoners and tourists today faced travel chaos at one of the capital's busiest train stations after a track failure sparked delays and cancellations.
  
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• Uber, youre out. Ive found a cheaper London cabbie Subscription

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  Times Online - Rivals are jockeying for a share of the ride-hailing market. Rebecca Myers tests some of the newcomer apps
  
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• Uber To Introduce Fares Surcharge To Help Pay For Cleaner Vehicles

  10-09-2017 02:00 via huffingtonpost.co.uk
  The Huffington Post -Uber is adding a surcharge to its fares to help pay for cleaner vehicles. The controversial minicab app firm announced that all vehicles operating standard uberX journeys in London will be hybrid or fully electric by the end of 2019. It is hoping to reach the same standard across the rest of the UK by 2022. From next month, a 35-pence surcharge will be added to fares in London to help fund a scheme whereby Uber drivers can receive up to £5,000 towards the cost of upgra
  
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• Uber faces bumpy road to new licence Subscription

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  Times Online - Uber faces tough new hurdles to keep its London operating licence after the mayor, Sadiq Khan, said its conduct was an issue and concerns mounted at Transport for London (TfL) about its behaviour.
  
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• There are almost 1,000 more private hire taxis on Newcastle's roads following launch of Uber

  10-09-2017 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle Evening Chronicle -Newcastle has seen an increase of 939 private hire vehicles in four years, but less populated areas have seen a decline in the taxi service
  
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• The problem of trains trapped on the wrong side of the wall

  10-09-2017 02:00 via railmagazine.com
  Rail Magazine - With South West rail operations cut off from the rest of the UK, how are operators coping with the essential tasks of maintenance and running local trains
  
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• The law on parking on zig-zag lines, bus stops, outside houses and more

  10-09-2017 02:00 via birminghammail.co.uk
  Birmingham Mail - Your rights on UK parking laws revealed
  
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• Temple Classic Lightweight: Created to last a lifetime Martin Love

  10-09-2017 02:00 via theguardian.com
  The Guardian - Made to order in Bristol, Temple cycles are modern classics youll never tire ofPrice: £695Frame: steelWeight: 10kgGears: 9-speed Most bikes are made in Taiwan. But not Temple cycles, theyre built in Bristol by a man called Matt and his small teamyou can pop in and have a cuppa with them. This new frame is typical of what the friendly independent firm is all about. Its made to order, you choose the exact size you want before adding various bits and bobs as you wish, from mudg
  
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• Royal Navy arrives in British Virgin Islands bringing much-needed aid to the Hurricane Irma-ravaged territory

  10-09-2017 02:00 via telegraph.co.uk
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• Road closures in place for Ironman Wales triathlon

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - Over 2,000 athletes will take part with one Tenby trader calling it
  
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• Redhill train station 'closed' for the weekend as engineering work under way

  10-09-2017 02:00 via getsurrey.co.uk
  Other News Sources -National Rail is carrying out engineering work
  
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• Plans to revive disused petrol station near city centre approved

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thetelegraphandargus.co.uk
  Bradford Telegraph & Argus - PLANS to build a new petrol station in Wakefield Road on the outskirts of the city centre have been approved.
  
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• Plans for daily flights to Channel Islands mooted

  10-09-2017 02:00 via dailyecho.co.uk
  Other Regional Press - PLANS to take passengers daily between a Hampshire airport and the Channel Islands are being discussed.
  
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• No let up in special school bus concerns

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - Parents of Belfast children with special needs say they remain unhappy with changes to transport.
  
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• New Ipswich bus route to Anglia Retail Park angers some passengers

  10-09-2017 02:00 via eadt.co.uk
  East Anglian Daily Times - Changes to the Ipswich Buses route to the Whitehouse area of the town have angered some passengers after a loop going near the Whitton estate was cut out.
  
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• More work needed at major Oxford junction - but it won't be finished in time for Westgate

  10-09-2017 02:00 via oxfordmail.co.uk
  Other Regional Press - WORK to improve a busy junction in Oxford to help prepare for the opening of the new Westgate Centre will not be completed until 2018, it has emerged.
  
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• More roads just mean more cars

  10-09-2017 02:00 via theargus.co.uk
  Other News Sources - AN ENVIRONMENTALIST says road building plans will increase traffic and has refused to back proposals for a bypass.
  
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• London trials for Navya shuttle driverless bus

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - The electric buses are operating at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park moving at a maximum of 2mph.
  
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• Heathrow boss John Holland-Kaye speaks out

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  This is Money- Heathrow boss John Holland-Kaye urgently needs to convince politicians of his green credentials, at the same time as fending off a cheaper rival.
  
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• Greater Anglia to host iconic British names at innovation conference

  10-09-2017 02:00 via eadt.co.uk
  East Anglian Daily Times - Some of Britains world-beating companies are to take part in a special innovation conference for Greater Anglia rail staff next week.
  
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• Great North Run road closures - travel advice in Newcastle and South Shields during the big race

  10-09-2017 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle Evening Chronicle - Here's what you need to know about road closures, and how to cope with them, on Great North Run day, September 10, 2017
  
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• Great North Run car parking - where to park in and around Newcastle during the big race

  10-09-2017 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  Newcastle Evening Chronicle - Whether you're participating in the Great North Run or planning to travel to join the spectators on the sidelines, you'll find parking difficult, so here's our guide to help
  
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• Government orders review of school transport services

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - Disabled children refused travel packages as councils face
  
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• Global shockwaves from electric cars will be here sooner rather than later

  10-09-2017 02:00 via theguardian.com
  The Guardian - Governments, the oil industry and car makers are waking up to the profound changes battery-powered cars will bringWhen Jaguar Land Rover followed in the tracks of Volvo last week with its shift to an electric-powered future, the car maker didnt just talk about hybrids and batteries.Its chief executive also showed that his company, like governments and oil firms, is finally waking up to the global shockwaves electric cars will bring about. They are far more profound than whether dr
  
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• Four escape after Greater Manchester plane's emergency landing

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - A pilot and three passengers escape from a light aircraft forced to make an emergency landing.
  
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• Find out how safe your car really is in your street

  10-09-2017 02:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  Other Regional Press -Car crime hotspots revealed in interactive map
  
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• Drivers warned to expect delays as resurfacing takes place in County Durham village

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thenorthernecho.co.uk
  Northern Echo - DRIVERS are being warned to expect delays during five days of resurfacing work due to start tomorrow.
  
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• Councils call in consultants for major traffic study in Oxford

  10-09-2017 02:00 via oxfordmail.co.uk
  Other Regional Press - THE future of Oxford's transport system is to be shaped by a newly-hired team of consultants.
  
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• Car parking charges set to be overhauled

  10-09-2017 02:00 via dorsetecho.co.uk
  Other Regional Press -CAR PARK prices are set to be overhauled in West Dorsetbut its not yet been set out what the charges will be.
  
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• Caernarfon Airport fatal plane crash pilot a 'lovely man'

  10-09-2017 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  BBC News - John Backhouse, 62, who died after his plane hit the runway in Caernarfon, is named locally.
  
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• Best 67-plate bargains to help you beat the car salesman

  10-09-2017 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  This is Money- Are you contemplating buying a new 67-plate car this month but hate haggling? We can help. We've identified popular cars we know dealers are offering discounts on in September.
  
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• Airline laid on a special flight to rescue puppies from Hurricane Harvey

  10-09-2017 02:00 via telegraph.co.uk
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