TFL News Week 1 April 2024

London Underground services may face significant disruption due to strike action on Monday 8 April. The strike could lead to severe disruptions across the network, with certain lines potentially experiencing limited or no service. Additionally, a separate industrial dispute may impact national rail services from Friday 5 to Monday 8 April, affecting multiple train operating companies. Expect increased demand for taxi and private hire journeys in the affected areas. For further details, visit our website and National Rail for updates.

DBS Update Service Requirement

For those applying for new or renewed taxi or private hire driver licenses, registration with the DBS Update Service is mandatory. Ensure you register within the specified timeframes to avoid additional costs for a new enhanced DBS check. Refer to our video guide, guidance documents here and here, and TPH Notice 07/23 for comprehensive information.

Health and Wellbeing Support

We prioritize the health and wellbeing of our licensees. If you're feeling low, anxious, or concerned about health issues, access the resources available on our taxi and private hire health and wellbeing page for support.

DVLA Applications

Access a range of DVLA services quickly and affordably through the DVLA website, offering convenient online options.

Events Impacting Demand

Various events across London will increase demand for taxi and private hire services:

• New Taxi Rank Facility at Euston Station
  On Friday 5 April, taxi drivers can preview the new taxi rank at Euston Station before its official opening. Please note the live yellow box junction camera on Eversholt Street.

• Drumsheds
  Saturday 6 April, Tottenham Hale: Marshalled taxi rank and pre-booked PHV area at 6 Glover Drive, N18 3HF.

• Concerts

  • Thundercat at KOKO Camden Underworld on Saturday 6 April
  • Michael McIntyre at The O2, Peninsula Square on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 April
  • Anoushka Shankar at Barbican Centre on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 April
  • Ideal Home Show at Olympia London on Sunday 7 April
  • Hermanos Gutierrez at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire on Sunday 7 and Monday 8 April

• Sporting Events

  • England v Sweden football match at Wembley Stadium on Friday 5 April
  • EFL Football Trophy Final (Peterborough United vs. Wycombe Wanderers) at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 7 April

• Religious and Marathon Events

  • Religious event at Trafalgar Square on Saturday 6 April
  • London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday 7 April, with extensive road closures and increased traffic levels

• Southall Religious Event Sunday 7 April: A religious event in Southall will lead to increased traffic and large crowds.

Road Updates and Closures

Stay informed about road closures and diversions affecting travel:

• George Yard and Duke Street: Closed for resurfacing works on Thursday 4 and Friday 5 April.
• Buckingham Palace Road: Closed until Tuesday 16 April due to Thames Water works.
• Commercial Street: Closed until Thursday 11 April for carriageway resurfacing.
• Regent Street: Southbound closure from Thursday 4 April to Friday 5 April due to Vodafone works.
• Various Other Roads: Including Brixton Hill, Old Kent Road, Manor Road, A3 Borough High Street, Billinton Hill (East Croydon Station area), Ealing Road, and Westminster area (ongoing until spring 2025) due to various works and events.

Temporary Taxi Rank and Rank Suspensions

Several taxi ranks will be temporarily suspended due to ongoing works and events:

• Lupus Street/St. George's Square: Suspended until Friday 5 April for pedestrian crossing and bus stop.
• Dover Street (MKY HSE): Closed on Saturday 6 April for crane operation.
• 266 Brompton Road: Closed from Tuesday 9 to Friday 12 April for footway utility works.
• Old Compton Street: Closed from Tuesday 9 to Thursday 11 April for carriageway utility works.
• Brompton Road (Harrods): Closed nightly from Wednesday 10 to Friday 12 April for crane operation.
• Ballards Lane (Tally Ho PH): Closed until Friday 12 April for footway and drainage works.
• Berkeley Square: Closed until Friday 12 April for major carriageway utility works.
• Various Other Ranks: Including Wrythe Lane (St Helier Hospital), Billinton Hall (East Croydon station), Guildable Manor, and Eccleston Place (second portion only until Monday 12 August).

Ensure you plan alternative routes and pick-up locations during these suspensions to minimize disruptions.