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New overground line names

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London Overground line naming   Transport for London Bus logo         We’re naming the London Overground lines to make the network easier to navigate and reflect the Capital’s diverse history. We aim to make the changes by the end of 2024. 

Each of the 6 routes that make up the London Overground will be given a new name and its own colour. Giving each of the 6 London Overground routes an individual line colour lets us improve the way our customers experience our network. It also gives each line their own name and identity. Euston to Watford Junction line – will be called the Lioness line – and will be yellow  Stratford to Richmond/Clapham Junction line – will be called the Mildmay line – and will be blue  Highbury & Islington to New Cross/Crystal Palace/West Croydon/Clapham Junction line – will be called the Windrush line – and will be red Liverpool Street to Cheshunt/Enfield Town/Chingford line – will be called the Weaver line – and will be maroon Gospel Oak to Barking Riverside line – will be called the Suffragette line – and will be green Romford to Upminster line – will be called the Liberty line – and will be grey  To find out more information, please click here. http://https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/london-overground/overground-line-naming?intcmp=75262&cid=email_FINAL_TFL1396_London_Overground_line_naming-here

In addition, specific improvements will also include: 

•    Greater customer confidence   
•    Clearer wayfinding 
•    Clearer service disruption information  

London Overground will remain as the umbrella brand, keeping the iconic orange roundel. Click here to see the new Overground map.
https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/london-overground/the-new-look-london-overground?intcmp=75267&cid=email_FINAL_TFL1396_London_Overground_line_naming-new+Overground+map
These changes will not affect London Overground services, and customers will still be able to make the same journeys.

Mini ramps have arrived   Now available in 47 step-free Tube stations

Following a successful trial of a new mini ramp at eight step-free stations on the Jubilee line in 2023, we are launching mini ramps at 47 step-free Tube stations today (Thursday 15 February).  

Mini ramps were developed following some customers telling us the step/gap on step-free to train platforms is a barrier to them being able to get on and off Tube trains confidently.

Mini ramps cover the small remaining step/gap on step-free to train platforms, and make it easier for customers to get on and off the train. In particular, they offer people who use mobility aids with small or swivel wheels additional comfort and reassurance.

If you would like to use a mini ramp, please ask for help from staff, or press the information button on a help point. Quick and easy to use, our staff are trained to use mini ramps and will be happy to lay one down for you.

We will be launching mini ramps at more step-free London Underground stations later this year.
https://tfl.gov.uk/transport-accessibility/ramps-at-stations?cid=email_FINAL_TFL1371_Mini_ramp_launch-Visit+our+webpage

RAF Northolt night-time flights 21-11

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from RAF Northolt

Note: On the morning of the 21st Nov Air Traffic instrument approaches will be undergoing calibration. To that end a light aircraft will be conducting several flights over the airfield up until 0330.

What is flight calibration:

Flight Calibration is the term used to cover a wide range of flight calibration, inspection and validation services. Flight calibration can include everything from checking navigation systems and ensuring radar systems are working to ensuring an aircraft passes an inspection and its equipment is up to date.

Northolt night flights

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On 13th and 14th Jul RAF Northolt will be conducting calibration flights out of hours.
Some context for any resident querying this action: it is the need for periodic evaluation of navigational aids used in aviation, such as flight procedures and electronic signals, to ensure they are safe and accurate.