Collision between train and engineering trolley at Twickenham

At about 05:55 hrs on 8 September 2021, a passenger train travelling between Staines and London Waterloo struck an engineering trolley on approach to Twickenham station. The trolley had been left on the line following overnight engineering work. No injuries were reported.

We have undertaken a preliminary examination into the circumstances surrounding this incident. Having assessed the evidence which has been gathered to date, we have decided to publish a safety digest.

The safety digest will be made available on our website in the next few weeks.

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