Tag Archives: Andy Lord

‘We failed every passenger on that tram and I am truly sorry’

Posted on July 27, 2023 by insidecroydon

As the Old Bailey judge this morning handed down a £10million fine to Transport for London for its failings that led to the 2016 Croydon tram crash, Andy Lord, London’s Transport Commissioner, issued the following statement: “I apologise on behalf … Continue reading →

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Commissioner Byford’s resignation leaves TfL staffers stunned

Posted on September 22, 2022 by insidecroydon

After negotiating the crisis of covid and delivering the Elizabeth Line, Andy Byford presents the Mayor of London with a new challenge: finding his replacement. By our transport correspondent, JEREMY CLACKSON Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has been confronted … Continue reading →

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After nearly six years, TfL pleads guilty over Sandilands crash

Posted on June 10, 2022 by insidecroydon

Transport for London will plead guilty to health and safety failings over the Croydon tram crash. Seven died and 61 were injured when a tram derailed approaching Sandilands on November 9, 2016. Prosecutions against TfL, Tram Operations Limited, the tram … Continue reading →

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