Major UK rail strikes and national travel disruption - I am interested in impacts to the routes from London to Cornwall
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UK rail strikes and national travel disruption affecting GWR Great Western Railway services from London Paddington to Cornwall (Assumed: I have assumed the user is primarily interested in Great Western Railway (GWR) services, as they are the primary operator for the London to Cornwall route.)
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As of 24 June 2026, GWR has restricted services from London Paddington to Cornwall to just one train per hour due to a Red Extreme Heat warning, with temperatures forecast to reach 40°C. Passengers are advised to travel only if absolutely necessary on 24 and 25 June, as speed restrictions and short-notice cancellations are expected across the network. Meanwhile, the Midland Main Line remains closed following the fatal Bedford collision, with investigators confirming today that the driver involved passed a red signal before the crash.
- Red Extreme Heat Warning: A Red Extreme Heat warning is in effect for 24 and 25 June 2026, with temperatures forecast to peak at 40°C, causing significant risk of rail buckling and equipment failure.
- Reduced London to Cornwall Services: GWR has reduced services from London Paddington to the West of England (including Penzance) to one train per hour on 24 and 25 June to manage the impact of extreme heat.
- GWR Essential Travel Advice: Passengers are urged to travel only if necessary on 24 and 25 June; tickets for these dates are being accepted for travel until Friday 26 June.
- Midland Main Line Closure and Investigation: The Midland Main Line remains closed between Bedford and Luton; an interim RAIB report released on 24 June found the driver in the 19 June fatal collision passed a red signal.
- Heavy Haul Rail Strike: RMT members at freight operator Heavy Haul Rail are scheduled to take 48 hours of strike action starting Thursday 25 June 2026.
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