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New tube will run on algebra

The performance of London Underground's tube system under part-privatisation will be measured according to a 2,800 page manual employing algebraic formulas variously described as "baffling, excruciating and unworkable". Transport commissioner Bob Kiley believes that the arcane formulas will lead to legal wrangles.

Published: Fri, 16 Nov 2001 01:00:00 GMT+00