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The Morning Briefing
Monday, 19 October 2026

Good morning

A quiet few days in the candidates, so this is a short edition: one bus diversion to know about today, and a date to book for early November.

Getting around

W3 diverted both ways after Bedford Road fire

Bedford Road, N22, is closed because of a fire, and TfL has the W3 diverted in both directions. Stops from Barratt Avenue to Alexandra Palace Garden Centre are not being served. The notice runs until the end of service tonight, 19 October, so check before you set out. SOURCE →

What's on

Alexandra Palace fireworks move to a weekend, with a family day

The Fireworks and Drone Festival runs on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, with gates open at 4pm. Time Out reports shows at 8pm on Saturday and 6pm on Sunday. Sunday is a new Family Fun Day, so it's the earlier slot to book if you're bringing children. READ →

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