Tag Archives: Michael Roberts

Capital’s transport watchdog chief Roberts is set to retire

Posted on September 22, 2026 by insidecroydon

Michael Roberts has announced that he is to retire as the chief executive of the capital’s transport watchdog, TravelWatch London, early next year. Roberts joined London TravelWatch in January 2023, leading campaigns for better bus, Tube and rail services. Travelwatch … Continue reading →

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Gimme shelter! TfL to trial updated bus stops in 12 boroughs

Posted on February 9, 2026 by insidecroydon

Transport correspondent JEREMY CLACKSON on a roll-out of enhanced bus shelters, with better lighting, improved seating and some in ‘high-crime areas’ to be fitted with CCTV Croydon, where almost all the borough’s bus shelters were ripped out five years ago … Continue reading →

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Cash-paying passengers stung by 200% more for their tickets

Posted on March 26, 2025 by insidecroydon

Paper tickets can cost up to 200% more than tapping in at the ticket barriers, according to latest research from the capital’s transport watchdog, London TravelWatch. The research highlights a range of issues when travelling on public transport for what … Continue reading →

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