A problem with the station lighting at Mitcham Junction means some trains are unable to call at this station. As a result, trains through this station may delayed or revised. This is expected until 20:00.
Customer Advice
Trains cannot stop at Mitcham Junction Platform 2, as this platform is in darkness.
This affects Southern and Thameslink trains towards Sutton, Dorking and Horsham.
Trains can still stop at Platform 1 at this station.
If you are travelling from Central London towards this station, please continue on the train as far as Hackbridge, and change there for a train in the opposite direction.
If you are waiting at this station for a train towards Sutton, Dorking or Horsham, please take a train to Mitcham Eastfields first, and change there for a service in the opposite direction.
Your tickets will be accepted for these extra journeys.
Can you tell me more about the incident?
Southern and Thameslink are working with their station teams to restore the lighting as soon as possible.
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Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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