Apology issued as travel delays hit Wimbledon
The District line has experienced significant disruption, including a track fire near Southfields station and signal failures, leading to overcrowded trains and long queues.
Attendees of the Wimbledon championships have reported missing matches and opportunities to join the Queue due to the transport delays.
MP Kohler has written to Transport for London (TfL) commissioner Andy Lord requesting a meeting to discuss improving service reliability.
TfL and the Mayor of London's office have apologised for the disruption, stating efforts are underway to restore services and that the Mayor is investing in the transport network.
Wimbledon MP calls travel chaos 'embarrassment' to London
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