Transport for London announces Christmas and New Year update

Everything you need to know about London transport over Christmas.

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00:00This Christmas and New Year, Transport for London has announced a series of changes that

00:05could affect travel across the capital. Firstly, from Christmas Day, December 25th until New

00:11Year's Day, January 1st, there will be some key disruptions across TfL services. The

00:17congestion charge will be suspended during this period, meaning drivers will not have

00:22to pay the £15 daily charge to drive in the central congestion zone. However, if you're

00:29driving in London, the ultra-low emission zone will remain in operation for all days

00:34except Christmas Day, so keep an eye on the type of vehicle you're driving. For those

00:40planning to use public transport, there will be a reduced service on parts of the tube

00:44and overground networks. This is due to planned maintenance works, which will impact some

00:50routes. Mainline services from Paddington and Liverpool street stations will also be

00:55affected so it's a good idea to check in advance if you're travelling on these lines.

01:01If you're planning to head out on New Year's Eve, TfL will be running extra trains to help

01:07you to get to celebrations. So whether you're heading to a party, a firework display or

01:12just taking in the festive atmosphere, there will be more options to get around during

01:17New Year's Eve. TfL's Chief Operating Officer, Claire Mahon, says this festive period we

01:23are once again excited to help Londoners and visitors experience all the entertainment,

01:29culture, bars and restaurants and shops that the capital has to offer. TfL's services

01:35are the best way to easily and safely get around the city.

01:42In the run-up to Christmas, most lines will conduct a normal service, however on Christmas

01:47Day itself, most of the underground network will be out of action. For more on this and

01:52other news from across the capital, head to londonworld.com