Date/Time
Date(s) - 15 September 2026
5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
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On 10 May 2002, a West Anglia Great Northern train from King’s Cross to King’s Lynn became derailed in Potters Bar station at 97mph. Six passengers travelling on board the train were killed, and a seventh person was killed by masonry falling from the bridge.
After his excellent talk in 2021 on the Clapham Junction accident, we have invited Greg Morse back to talk through the events leading up to the accident at Potters Bar, as well as the lessons we learnt as an industry to control future risks.
Greg is Operational Feedback Lead at the Rail Safety and Standards Board and a Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Railway Operators. He is known across the industry as an engaging and enthusiastic speaker, so we are delighted that he will be returning to speak to our members about the Potters Bar accident. He also writes railway history books, and a link to his website may be found here.
POD Sections:
01: Incident & Emergency Management
04: Managing Safety
The North East Area Council look forward to welcoming you to their event in York, which will give you the opportunity to network while enjoying light refreshments before the talk. Please aim for a prompt arrival, in order to ensure access to George Stephenson House.
The council members will also adjourn to the ‘York Tap’ after the event for some drinks and a chat, as many members welcome the opportunity to meet industry colleagues.
To reserve your place in York, use the booking form below and click “SEND YOUR BOOKING”
For those of you unable to join in-person, the main presentation will be available via Teams at 17:30.
Any questions please contact Liz Walker at events@railwayoperators.co.uk
