Why do London Underground Bakerloo line trains have a driver's carriage in the middle of the train? [closed]

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Do London Underground trains have drivers?

All London Underground trains are currently either operated manually (when a train driver controls starting and stopping, the operation of doors and handling of emergencies) or in semi-automatic mode (when starting and stopping is automated, but a driver operates the doors and drives the train if needed).

Why does the Tube need drivers?

The driver was renamed a train operator, and was responsible for opening and closing the doors at stations, and initiating a start from the stations, by pressing two buttons simultaneously. All other operation, including stopping at signals and restarting when safe to proceed was automatic.

Why do Tube trains have door open buttons?

While the driver normally controls the doors, when the trains sit for extended periods at a station the practice is to close the door but allow passengers to open it by pressing the button, thus keeping the cool/warm air inside the train.

Why do some Tube stations have doors?

These doors help to: Prevent people from accidentally falling onto the tracks, getting too close to moving trains, and committing suicide (by jumping) or homicide (by pushing).

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