LOCOMOTIVE JOURNAL

JANUARY 1994

EASTBOURNE BRANCH

May I express my sincere thanks to all a A.S.L.E.F. Head Office and also to Wendy Leydon of Robin Thompson and Partners, London, for my successful deafness claim.

Please find enclosed a cheque for £40 for A.S.L.E.F. Orphan Fund

E.W. Sellwood

Ex- Driver, 

Eastbourne branch

LOCOMOTIVE JOURNAL

JANUARY 1994

SELHURST BRANCH

May I express my sincere thanks for the help I received from the union's solicitors in pursing my claim for deafness.

I enclose a cheque for to show my appreciation which I wold like sent to the Orphan Fund

R. Lee

Driver, 

Selhurst branch

Selhurst Branch 75th Anniversary 12th January 1919 - 1994

LOCOMOTIVE JOURNAL

FEBRUARY 1994

BRIGHTON BRANCH

NOW IT’S ‘BACK TO BR BASICS’ FOR THE UNION 

I address all members of our Society. We are about to see a change that is going to have an effect upon rail workers the like of which have not been seen since the days of the nationalisation of the railways.

Since the days of 1948, rail workers - and in particular, train crews - have always worked and adopted to various changes and our trade unions has always put forward the case for protecting its members, always seeking a better understanding.

We must, as dedicated workers, stand and support one another. We have a duty to stand and fight the changes which are about to hit our industry.

I often hear workers ask “why?” Well, this country deserves and expects a railway system run for the people by the people; and not that is geared to the profit market of investors.

They deserve an industry properly financed and injected with proper levels of investment. Properly managed by people prepared to increase standards for both workers and travellers.

A.S.L.E.F. members are undergoing increased pressure to adapt. We can adapt without giving up our values, without selling ourselves down the river. We can stand united. We can assure ourselves  a future with the recognition and rewards we deserve; a future in which we play a leading role.

But.... we must unite. Members expect others to help take on the task of building a better future. Your support, through the Society, is crucial.

We must take on the task. We must seek a better future. Give our Society your full support.

C. Newton

Branch Secretary 

Brighton Branch

LOCOMOTIVE JOURNAL

FEBRUARY 1994

THREE BRIDGES BRANCH

The 1993 AGM of the Three Bridges Branch was very positive despite the threatened closure of the depot, which means this may well be the last AGM to be held at our Branch.

It was also pleasing to note that for the first time in living memory our Branch is now 100% A.S.L.E.F.

Matters continued with the Branch secretary informing those present of the very violent and horrific attack that took place on Brother Neil Anderson - a brutal attack at the beginning of the morning rush hour at the now infamous, and later to be demolished, Tottenham Corner.

The Branch (and I) are sure that all of Neil’s colleagues on the South Central wish him a very speedy recovery.

Further discussions took place around the latest drink and drug Circular where it was felt certain points needed further clarification. The recent decision taken at the Labour Party conference on one member - one vote was discussed and the local constituency is to be contacted on the membership question.

Next came alterations to our Standing Orders, increasing our meetings to a monthly system.

Among the elections, we now have a new vice-chairperson in Bro. A. Harbinson and a Assistant Secretary in Sis. D. Bloom. Following the elections and slightly more debate the 1993 Three Bridges AGM closed.

D. Abrahams

Branch Reporter    

On the 14th February 1994 saw the closure of Tattenham Corner E.M.U.T.  depot. 

The depot was originally a steam depot opened by the South Eastern Railway and was a sub shed of Purley shed.

On the 25th March 1928 with electrification arriving it become a South Eastern motorman’s depot was opened.   

A.S.L.E.& F. members would have been members the Purley & Stoat’s Nest Branch of A.S.L.E.&F.

They later become part of the Selhurst Branch of A.S.L.E& F. 

Len Worboys visited the Seaford Branch of ASLEF with sad task of officially closing the Branch, on Sunday 13th February 1994

LONDON TO BRIGHTON SPEED RUN

On 26th March 1994, an 8 car 319 units 008 & 009, set a new fasted recorded time between London Bridge to Brighton with a journey time of 37 minutes and 57 seconds. 

This record stood until 2005

Jim Rowe Collection

Billy Eames 

Southern Region Section Council 'B' / South Central D.F.C. passed away 1st May 1994

Extracted and adapted from

BRIGHTON BRANCH MEETING

 MAY 9^th 1994

Members also wished recorded their deep sadness over the death of Bro. W. Eames our D.F.C. Secretary and A.S.L.E.F.

BRIGHTON BRANCH MEETING MAY 9^th 1994

South Central (D.F.C.) casual vacancy.

Following the reading of the two candidates address the following proposal was called. Proposed P. Horan & Seconded S. Fuller.

“That this branch nominates Bro. R. Luxford of Three Bridges for this position.” 

Railway accidents on British Railways

Southern Region 

Central Division