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There are obviously times when it's difficult to board in a part of the train where a purchase is easily made. TfW and their agent have to contend with large numbers of people deliberately travelling without pre-purchase, and those joining at stations without facilities, who always join the...
Intent to avoid payment is shown by people's actions; we cannot look into their mind. Intent does not have to be present throughout; many people decide to avoid payment late in the journey. The OP's actions as described by him/her show clear intent to avoid payment.
Just a couple of points to consider. I've never heard of direct recruitment to CID. Perhaps this has changed? Also, why would an applicant for the Met Police refer to it as the civil service?
The season is valid from Paddington to Reading West. The penalty fare can only be charged on the divergence at Reading West to Theale. The fare is £3.70 from both Readings. If the West price were lower that would be the fare the PF was based on.
The swearing. Could you please give the exact words? Was it thrown? For example "You f...ing c..t," or was it "Oh for f..k's sake," which is not thrown at the person but is more of an exasperated comment.
A season from Ramsgate to London Terminals (not HS1). Is it valid to use the Beckenham Junction to London Bridge service? I'd have said yes: Ramsgate staff say no as it's not an SE service. Advice would be very welcome.
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