Transport for London issues apology for misspelled hospital name

In Charlton, south east London, a sign for the 380 and 486 bus routes was discovered to have misspelled the name of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Instead of 'Queen,' the sign erroneously displayed 'Qween' on both sides, prompting a public response. The incident has raised concerns among locals about the respect shown towards the late Queen Elizabeth. The area is not only home to modern flats but is also in proximity to historical landmarks, including Charlton House and the ancient St Luke's Church, which dates back to the 11th Century. Residents like Judy Moore have expressed mixed feelings, finding humor in the mistake while also advocating for a correction out of respect. Transport for London (TfL), which manages the bus services, acknowledged the error and stated that they are looking to rectify the signage as soon as possible. They also expressed regret for any inconvenience caused to passengers and the community due to this typographical blunder. TfL has previously made changes to station names during promotional events, but this incident appears to be a straightforward case of oversight rather than a planned alteration. This situation underlines the importance of attention to detail in public signage, especially when referring to significant historical figures and institutions, as errors can lead to public discontent and discussions about respect and memory in urban settings.