Are train fare enforcers too heavy-handed?

New research by a rail watchdog suggests that train operators are taking a hard line against unwitting passengers, writes Patrick McDonnell

Passengers using the UK’s rail network face inconsistent treatment when travelling without a ‘valid’ ticket, according to rail consumer watchdog Passenger Focus. In its report Ticket to Ride passengers can unwittingly find themselves facing a hefty bill or even a criminal prosecution. This could be the result of an inconsistent application of complex rules, says the report. Complaints against train operators by rail users accused of travelling without a valid ticket are on the...

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