CJB wrote:

Also most (all?) Intercity trains from Paddington to the West were
cancelled. Again rebooking is likely to be an issue since all
subsequent trains are likely to be fully booked.

When was the last time you travelled by IC train in the UK?

Clue: the UK does not operate compulsory reservations.

Neil

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