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Why are Tube signals so old?
The District Line, opened in 1868, is part of one of the world's oldest underground railway systems. Its signalling infrastructure has evolved over decades, making upgrades complex and costly. Integrating new digital systems with legacy equipment across a busy network takes significant time and investment, contributing to ongoing delays.
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