Latest News & Updates
Current updates from Luxury Travel UK alongside relevant developments affecting coach travel, minibus operations, passenger transport, London roads, visitor attractions and the wider UK transport industry.
PSVAR Home-to-School Coach Exemption Window Now Open
Qualifying operators can currently apply for exemptions for non-PSVAR-compliant coaches used on relevant home-to-school services. The present application window runs from 25 August to 8 September 2026, making this a time-sensitive update for affected coach operators.
A23 Streatham Hill Works Continue
Major works on the A23 at Streatham Hill continue to affect road movements, with disruption expected into 2027. Coach and minibus planners should continue to allow additional journey time when routing through the area.
Banqueting House Reopens For Summer
Banqueting House on Whitehall has reopened for its summer visitor season, giving private groups and organised visitors another central London attraction to consider when planning itineraries.
Diana Memorial Playground Reopens
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground has reopened following a major renewal programme, with upgraded play areas and accessibility improvements for visitors.
Royal Observatory Greenwich Set For Major Closure
The Royal Observatory Greenwich is expected to close from 2 November 2026 for major redevelopment works. Groups planning future Greenwich itineraries should factor this into sightseeing and passenger transport planning.
MCI & Prudential Group Event Transport Programme
Luxury Travel UK is currently supporting a major corporate transport programme for MCI and the Prudential Group, coordinating executive vehicles, airport transfers, shuttle movements and large-scale coach operations across London.
The programme includes multi-vehicle planning, passenger movements, event transport coordination and dedicated shuttle solutions built around a detailed operational itinerary.
Careers & Employment Opportunities
Luxury Travel UK works with professional drivers, transport coordinators, controllers and operational personnel across a range of passenger transport requirements.
There are currently no vacancies available. Any future employment or operational opportunities will be published here when they become available.
Our New 2026 Mercedes 19-Seater Has Arrived
Luxury Travel UK has welcomed a new 2026 Mercedes 19-seater executive minibus, adding another premium vehicle option for corporate transport, business travel, airport transfers, events and private group journeys.
Finished in black and designed around professional passenger travel, the new Mercedes provides comfortable executive transport for groups that need more space than a traditional people carrier while retaining a premium, discreet appearance.
The vehicle will support passenger movements across London and the UK, including corporate programmes, event transport, group airport transfers and longer-distance journeys.
The latest addition supports Luxury Travel UK's growing corporate, event and group passenger transport operations, providing another executive option for professionally managed journeys.
What's New With Us
New Driver Uniforms Ordered For Winter
Preparations for the colder months are already underway, with a new range of Luxury Travel UK branded driver clothing ordered ahead of the 2026 winter season.
The updated driver kit includes new branded polo shirts, bodywarmers and fleeces, together with dedicated driver kit bags for keeping essential work items organised while on duty.
It's a small operational detail, but an important one. A smart, consistent and recognisable appearance forms part of the professional standard we expect when representing Luxury Travel UK and welcoming passengers.
Even The Coffee Got An Upgrade.
New Luxury Travel UK mugs have arrived at the office — because apparently the tea and coffee needed branding too.
Interested In Working With Luxury Travel UK?
As our passenger transport operations develop, opportunities may become available for experienced transport professionals who share our approach to service, presentation and reliability.
Drivers, Coordinators & Operations
We are interested in hearing from professional people with relevant passenger transport experience, particularly those accustomed to corporate clients, executive travel, events and organised group movements.
There are no specific vacancies advertised here at present. When opportunities become available, details can be published in this section.
Employment Enquiries: info@luxurytraveluk.co.ukLatest Industry Updates
Selected developments affecting PSV operators, coach services, accessibility requirements and professional passenger transport across the UK.
New Bus Network Accessibility Planning Requirement
The Department for Transport has published new guidance requiring local transport authorities in England to prepare and publish a Bus Network Accessibility Plan.
The plans must consider how local bus networks support disabled passengers and what action authorities intend to take to improve independent, safe and comfortable travel.
Home-To-School Coach Exemption Window Open
A further application window is open for qualifying operators seeking PSVAR exemptions for non-compliant coaches used on eligible closed-door home-to-school transport.
Operators need to provide relevant O-licence, vehicle and compliance information as part of the application process.
New Accessibility Exemption For Unplanned Rail Replacement Coaches
A new 2026 exemption regime is now in force for prescribed operators using coaches on unplanned rail replacement services.
The regulations replace the previous exemption arrangements and provide temporary exemption from specified accessible information requirements for qualifying coach operations.
Road, Attraction & Visitor Updates
Selected London developments worth knowing when planning coach, minibus, corporate and group passenger journeys.
A24 Works Begin Between Balham & Colliers Wood
The next phase of improvement works between Balham High Road and Colliers Wood is scheduled to begin on 7 September 2026 and continue until 28 April 2027. Transport planners should allow for possible disruption when journeys use this part of south London.
Temporary Access Change At The Tower Of London
The Middle Tower will be closed on 1 and 2 September 2026. Visitors will instead enter the Tower of London through the Middle Drawbridge on those dates.
September Closures At Hampton Court Palace
Visitors to Hampton Court should be aware of scheduled Great Fountain Garden closures during early September, including 4–6 September for the Concours of Elegance. Other parts of the palace remain subject to the published visitor arrangements.