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Who pays for stranded passengers?

Train operating companies are legally obliged to provide alternative transport or a full refund if their service is significantly disrupted. This includes incidents like the Woking police incident. South Western Railway's offer of free taxis is part of their 'Conditions of Travel' agreement with passengers.

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South Western Railway offers free taxis to stranded Waterloo passengers after Woking incident

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