A Conversation for The Ultimate Guide to the London Underground - mark II

Most common public announcement in London's Underground.

Post 1

Researcher 237332

What is the most common public announcement you'll be likely to hear on London's Underground (apart from "The next train to [insert station of your choice] will be delayed due to [insert excuse of your choice]")?


Most common public announcement in London's Underground.

Post 2

Deathliner

"Inspector Sands please report to control central/centre" seems to be used whenever they think there's a bomb in the station.

"Trains are currently delayed due to signal failure at " is the excuse used when a driver has gone through a red light.

Both seem to be used with increasing frequency these days.


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