On Mon, 23 Feb 2004 10:35:14 -0000, "Alan Ingham"
wrote:


"Paul Corfield" wrote in message
.. .
There is a new timetable in place now that restores old service
frequencies but with the fixed service pattern.

The new crossover is in place but fixed out of use. The testing and
assurance process is being done now. I had to review documentation about
testing equipment today so testing work can occur tonight. There were
also tests last night. The intention is to ensure the new installation
is fully safe to brought into full "moving" service and that depends on
the results gathered from the tests. On the assumption everything gets
signed off then I understand there is a time period before the all
singing, all dancing service pattern can be brought back into use. I am
afraid I do not know how long that time period is. I can assure you
that a lot of work is being done to get the service restored.

Thanks Paul. Didn't realise LU staff read this group! I guess I just wanted
to know what the intention was as I'd heard "Ken had spoken" and said the
line was going to stay in its present state.

I think you'll find there are lots of LUL staff on the group - some more
conspicuous than others.

There is an early finish to evening services tomorrow night on the
Northern which is being advertised as related to the re-opening. Not
sure what is involved but I *guess* it will be ultrasonic / computer
assessments of the track and its geometry as installed.
--
Paul C


Admits to working for London Underground!