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WorldSouth Western Railway delays total 9,437 minutes due to trespass
Network Rail and the British Transport Police reported that trespass incidents added 9,437 minutes of delay to South Western Railway services in 2025/26, equal to about six and a half days. The railway, which runs on a 750‑volt third rail, is introducing drones, sensors and smart CCTV to curb the problem.
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WorldSouth Western Railway to slow trains due to drought
South Western Railway (SWR) will reduce train speeds and alter timetables from 10 August due to drought conditions. Passengers between London Waterloo and Exeter may face up to 27-minute longer journeys as soil shrinkage affects track stability.
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