Freedom of Information request - How old is the oldest train driver on the London Underground? Why has he not retired?
Request ID: FOI-2072-1819
Date published: 09 November 2018
You asked
How old is the oldest train driver on the London Underground? Why has he not retired?
We answered
Our ref: FOI-2072-1819/GH
Thank you for your request received by Transport for London (TfL) on 7 November 2018 asking for information about tube drivers.
Your request has been considered under the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and our information access policy. I can confirm that we do hold some of the information you require.
The oldest Train Operators currently employed by TfL are 67 years old.
We do not hold information on why these employees have not retired.
If this is not the information you are looking for please do not hesitate to contact me.
If you are not satisfied with this response please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.
Yours sincerely
Graham Hurt
FOI Case Officer
FOI Case Management Team
General Counsel
Transport for London
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