Britain’s train operators have blown over £13 million on taxis for staff since January — nearly 400,000 rides funded by your ticket money. From £135 trips where drivers waited five hours to £1,400 fares for a single ride, some bookings seem less emergency and more convenience — like when an employee chose a cab because the train was “too cold.” Late-night and early-morning rides are common, but the Department for Transport says this is a small slice of the budget — though they’re now looking to cut costs without compromising safety or reliability.

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