In an era of hybrid threats, the British government wants to update the Submarine Telegraph Act 1885, which carries a maximum fine of £1,000 and five years’ imprisonment in cases of deliberate damage.

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The Victoria line has been hit by a signal fault causing the service to be partially suspended. No trains were running between Brixton and Victoria due to the fault at the south London stop. Meanwhile ...

There is significant disruption to London train services on Monday following a trackside fire. The fire broke out on Sunday near Clapham Junction and has damaged signalling equipment, according to ...