On Thu, 09 Oct 2003 08:50:54 GMT, "Orienteer"
wrote:

Just to illustrate that problems with private contractors are a problem
anywhere, here's a link to a report on recent problems in Tokyo on arguably
the world's best-run railways:
http://www.asahi.com/english/nation/...310090147.html

and doesn't it all sound horribly familiar? I dread to think what the
delays and congestion were like - passenger loadings in Tokyo make
London look like it isn't trying.
--
Paul C


Admits to working for London Underground!