A former BlackRock investment manager has become only the second person to be banned for personal dishonesty by Britain’s financial watchdog after he was caught dodging fares worth £43,000 (€54,000) on his daily commute into London.

Rail services to one of the key Olympic stations were delayed today, while there were also hold-ups at another major London terminus.

One person has been hurt as two rush-hour trains collided in London.

Two rush-hour passenger trains were involved in a minor collision today, British Transport Police said.