Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven MP: My thoughts are with everyone affected by the train derailment near Lewes station
Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven MP Chris Ward said his thoughts are with everyone affected by the train derailment near Lewes station – and thanked emergency services for ‘working to keep people safe’.
A major incident was declared after three carriages of a train derailed onto their side, leaving a number of people trapped, near Lewes. yesterday afternoon (Thursday, August 13).
The ambulance service confirmed 20 people were taken to hospital, including two with serious injuries.
Posting on Facebook, Mr Ward said: “My thoughts are with everyone affected by the train derailment near Lewes station.
“Thank you to the emergency services for their swift response and for working to keep people safe.
“I’m following the situation closely and thinking of everyone involved.”