London’s mainline railway stations to stay open through night as Queen mourned

With large numbers expected for funeral, there will be welfare trains' on platforms for vulnerable people

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Mainline train stations will stay open in London throughout the night in coming days as transport authorities prepare to look after the huge numbers of people expected to pay their respects at Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral.

Restaurants and toilet facilities will stay open, with special welfare trains" on platforms to seat vulnerable passengers who may have long waits to travel.