Aslef wants trams back under TfL control after Croydon tram crash November 16, 2016 Train drivers' union Aslef has called on tram operation to be taken under the direct control of Transport for London (TfL). The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) today released an interim report into the Croydon tram crash last week where seven people lost their lives and 51 were injured after a tram derailed. The report [...]
Croydon crash tram was going 43.5mph in an area with a 12.5mph speed limit November 16, 2016 An initial investigation into the Croydon tram crash on 9 November has revealed the tram was being driven over three times the permitted speed when it crashed. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch's (RAIB) initial report has confirmed initial indications that "the tram was travelling at significantly higher speed than is permitted". On the section involved, [...]
As cunning as a ZoneFox at the Scottish Cyber Awards November 16, 2016 | City Talk Cybercrime: 'together let’s crush it'. And wherever it happens in the UK for that matter. Scotland’s ZoneFox is one of many innovative cyber security organisations shortlisted for tonight's Scottish Cyber Awards. Other shining lights amongst the nominees include Edinburgh Napier University, Skyscanner, 7 Elements, Payfont, Seric Systems and My1Login. The finalists span business, academia and [...]
“You talkin’ to me?” Why language skills remain vital to businesses November 16, 2016 | City Talk Global sales and marketing solutions provider, Televerde, is living proof of why companies are drawn to Scotland's rich talent pool and thriving business process outsourcing sector. Scotland's cabinet secretary for the economy and jobs, Keith Brown, has visited the US-founded firm in Glasgow to endorse the company's business plan of growing in Scotland. Mr Brown will take a 'look behind the scenes' [...]
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan backs legal action against Heathrow expansion November 16, 2016 Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has stuck by his pledge to stand against Heathrow expansion, saying he will support a legal challenge to the government's decision. He has directed Transport for London (TfL) to provide advice and assistance to affected borough councils, including Hillingdon, Richmond, Wandsworth and Windsor and Maidenhead as they prepare for a joint [...]
Service Partner One coffee price index shows UK’s cheapest coffee is in Dundee November 16, 2016 Everyone knows that giving up your daily takeaway coffee habit is the fastest way to become a millionaire (or something like that), but maybe you don't have to go completely cold turkey – just move to Dundee instead. That's where you can pick up the cheapest cup of coffee in the UK, according to new [...]
London, this is Scotland calling… November 16, 2016 | City Talk To paraphrase the comedy legend, Billy Connolly: "Never trust a man who, when left alone with a tea cosy, doesn't try it out for size." He had a point. And this same sense of innovation is not lost on Scotland's financial sector. Over the decades major multinationals have tried Scotland out for size, and found it a perfect fit for their [...]
Unfair business rate hikes will hit London’s competitiveness: Government must now act November 15, 2016 London is, without a doubt, a fantastic city in which to live, do business and visit – an epicentre of world-leading business, culture, entertainment and retail. Anyone walking along our iconic streets, from Bond Street to Brick Lane, cannot help but be struck by its unique mix of architecture and people. But we are also [...]
Commuters facing delays between Clapham Junction and London Waterloo November 15, 2016 A signalling problem between Clapham Junction and London Waterloo is causing disruption to services between these stations. National Rail said services may be cancelled, delayed by up to 40 minutes or amended to not call at all stations. This is now expected to continue until 2:30pm, having originally been expected to end by 12.30pm. The rail operator said [...]
Thousands of London Underground staff vote to go on strike, says RMT November 15, 2016 The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has announced that workers on the London Underground have voted to go on strike in two separate disputes. The RMT carried out two separate ballots: one of 400 Piccadilly Line drivers and the other of over 3,000 station workers. The union said the former was over a "wholesale breakdown" [...]