More Choice in Seat Reservations?

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[SDS]

On the enterprise train between Dublin and Belfast it specifically states on the labels "this reservation is only valid for 10mins after departure upon which it becomes void if not used". Or words to that effect.

[JayMac]

On the enterprise train between Dublin and Belfast it specifically states on the labels "this reservation is only valid for 10mins after departure upon which it becomes void if not used". Or words to that effect.

Eminently sensible. But try putting that message on the small LED displays used by Virgin, CrossCountry, East Midlands...

No doubt the IEPs^▸ (Intercity Express Program / Project. This will offer more capacity on routes, save money, give a consistent and safe service and meet customer requirements. Intended to replace HSTs.), soon to arrive in Great Western and East Coast land, will have a similarly over thought solution in search of a problem.

Sometimes a bit of paper is much more sensible than technology. 

[SDS]

On the enterprise train between Dublin and Belfast it specifically states on the labels "this reservation is only valid for 10mins after departure upon which it becomes void if not used". Or words to that effect.

Eminently sensible. But try putting that message on the small LED displays used by Virgin, CrossCountry, East Midlands...

No doubt the IEPs^▸ (Intercity Express Program / Project. This will offer more capacity on routes, save money, give a consistent and safe service and meet customer requirements. Intended to replace HSTs.), soon to arrive in Great Western and East Coast land, will have a similarly over thought solution in search of a problem.

Sometimes a bit of paper is much more sensible than technology. 

Easy you just stick stickers everywhere!!!!! :-p