What's happened
Hundreds of trains were cancelled in Britain as rail staff chose not to work overtime for the Euro 2024 final. Additionally, a section of the M25 in Surrey was closed for construction works, leading to significant delays for travelers.
Why it matters
The cancellations and closures have caused chaos for travelers, impacting those heading to the Euro 2024 final and major airports. The disruption highlights the reliance on staff working overtime and the importance of infrastructure maintenance.
What the papers say
According to The Independent, passengers expressed frustration over the train cancellations, with some services urging travelers not to travel. Metro highlighted the impact on drivers heading to airports and the Euro 2024 final, warning of major delays.
How we got here
The cancellations were due to staff opting out of overtime for the Euro 2024 final, a common occurrence on Sundays when many rail crew do not have it as a normal working day. The M25 closures are part of a project to improve Junction 10.
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