First published Oct 21, 2026, 5:52:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 21, 2026, 5:52:30 PM UTC

TfL disruption — Severe delays between Whitechapel and Shenfield while we fix a signal system failure at Ilford. GOOD SERVICE on the rest of the line.

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TfL reports severe delays between Whitechapel and Shenfield while a signal system failure at Ilford is being fixed. The rest of the line is reported to have good service.

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Transport for London Transit Disruptions TfL disruption — Severe delays between Whitechapel and Shenfield while we fix a signal system failure at Ilford. GOOD SERVICE on the rest of the line.Powered by TfL Open Data. Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database rights 2016. Geomni UK Map data © and database rights 2019. Usage terms

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