On Thu, 17 Jun 2010 05:16:46 -0700 (PDT)
Paul Corfield wrote:
I'm not in the habit of giving credence to Mr Crow but I think an
interesting debate could follow on as to Londoners' attitudes to
driverless tube trains etc. A lot of research shows that passengers
like a visible staff presence on trains and in stations - hence the
staffing strategy on London Overground. Past experience has suggested
that some "safety based" strikes or disputes garnered some public
support. It looks a bit like Mr Crow is trying to do the same here.

The problem with the deep level tube is that evacuation is difficult. You
need a member of staff around. Much as I can't stand Bob Crowe I'm with him
on this one - I personally wouldn't be happy travelling on a completely
unstaffed train. If the driver just because train captain DLR style that
would be fine however.

B2003