Rail crash on a commuter line into London

Title

Rail crash on a commuter line into London

Genre

Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1989

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Duration

00:02:05

Description

Unidentified British Rail spokesman on a rail crash on a commuter line into London attributed to vandalism. Confirms a full inquiry is to be held and a reward offered for information, also that security will be stepped up. Female interviewer not identified. No context given. The incident referred to is probably the derailment of the Oxford to Paddington train (06/08/89). The speaker may be Robert (Bob) Basil Reid, BR Chairman.

Contributors

Robert Basil Reid?

Keywords

London; British Rail; Vandalism; Railway accidents

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