District Line to Wimbledon 'not fit for purpose' after years of disruption, warns MP
Briefly

The Wimbledon branch of the District Line has experienced severe delays, making it unreliable for commuters in south London. MP Fleur Anderson highlighted ongoing problems such as frequent signal failures and aging track infrastructure. Specific incidents have exacerbated issues, including a serious track fault and disruptions caused by environmental factors like flooding and heat. Residents report significant impacts, including those leading to relocation. Despite some modernization efforts on the line, the Wimbledon branch remains under Network Rail’s management, which has contributed to neglect and a lack of improvements, putting commuters at a disadvantage.
The Wimbledon branch of the District Line faces serious reliability issues, with frequent signal failures and old track infrastructure contributing to disruptions in service.
Residents in Southfields report consistently unreliable train services, leading to significant impacts on daily commuting, including a grown-up daughter needing to leave due to unreliability.
Despite some modernization on the District Line, the Wimbledon branch has not been updated, leaving it vulnerable to delays and disruptions from multiple environmental factors.
Network Rail's control over the Wimbledon branch means responsibilities for urgent maintenance issues are neglected, exacerbating the problems faced by commuters on this section.
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