HIDD-46 Response Historic

Fully implement Automatic Train Protection within five years, prioritising busy lines

Recommendation

The Court welcomes BR's commitment to introduce Automatic Train Protection on a large percentage of its network, but is concerned at the timetable proposed. After the specific type of ATP system has been selected, ATP shall be fully implemented within 5 years, with a high priority given to densely trafficked lines.

Published Evidence Summary
The following publicly available evidence relates to this recommendation:
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Sources
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Jurisdiction
UK-wide
Response
Historic

No government response recorded.

Source
Report Hidden Inquiry — Final Report 27 Sep 1989
Recommendation age 36.7 yrs
Last formal update No formal updates