Maritime Radio

Rail passengers travelling between Kent and central London are being urged to plan ahead, as London Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations have now closed for 22 days while Network Rail carries out a major £20 million programme of engineering work.

A year after opening, the Silvertown Tunnel is delivering faster journeys, cleaner air and a major boost to public transport across south east London, according to a new report from Transport for London (TfL).

Millions of Thames Water customers across the capital are now subject to a temporary hosepipe ban as the region continues to experience prolonged dry weather, high temperatures and increased demand for water.

Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters were called to a fire on Edge Hill in Woolwich, in the early hours of this morning.

Royal Greenwich’s much‑loved Holiday Food and Fun programme is returning this summer, offering thousands of children the chance to enjoy free activities and healthy lunches throughout the school break.