Date: 15/06/2016

The familiar typeface used for all London transport is changing, although travellers may have to look hard to spot the difference. The original font, introduced in 1916 by calligrapher Edward Johnston, has been adapted to create 'Johnston100'. Transport for London (Tfl) said it 'contains subtle changes to make it fit for purpose in the 21st century'. But only the slightest adjustments are to be made, and will appear on maps and in stations later this year. [From Richard Buckby]

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London Underground's typeface to change

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The familiar typeface used for all London transport is changing, although travellers may have to look hard to spot the difference.