London Tube Gets Wi-Fi Trial

The promise of internet access on the tube has just moved a step closer as BT has announced a six month trial of Wi-Fi access - but only at Charing Cross underground station.

Underground users will be able to access the internet on the platform when standing on the Northern and Bakerloo lines and also in the main ticket hall of the station.

This is definitely a positive step - especially as it's for internet access rather than voice calls. Standing in a crowded carriage full of people on the phone is clearly a nightmare scenario. Checking emails and sending texts however, would be a welcome step, so let's hope this trial succeeds. And that everyone doesn't just start using VoIP instead.