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Recent updates from London's rail transport highlight challenges and developments within the system. The Victoria line is struggling with extreme heat, drawing attention to passenger comfort issues. Transport authorities are confronting a rise in fare evasion through the misuse of concession cards. Meanwhile, HS2 shows no signs of physical progress despite significant financial investment, prompting questions about its future. In positive news, Forster Square Station has increased services due to a new platform, and the South Western Railway has improved Wi-Fi for passengers by establishing a dedicated mobile network.
TfL is struggling to manage the extreme heat on the Victoria line, raising concerns for passenger comfort and service reliability.
Transport chiefs are tackling a scam where passengers misuse genuine concession cards, aiming to ensure fair fare collection on the Tube.
Despite £32bn spent, the HS2 project sees no track laid, prompting scrutiny over its management and future.
A new platform at Forster Square provides five extra daily services from Bradford to London, enhancing connectivity and capacity.
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