Where “modernising” actually means staff cuts, cost-cutting and questionable levels of on-going service.

The notices have gone up in Thornton Heath and the other 10 stations across Croydon and Sutton where ticket offices face closure, to be replaced by “Station Hosts”.

For more details on the proposals, and how to participate in the consultation, click here.

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