Indeed; it's not mandated on National Rail services (except those which are under the remit of TfL).From what I gather RDG seem to be maintaining their stance on "advice" and "encouragement" rather that mandating, certainly thats the impression I seem to be getting
I don't have the option of travelling by car and I wish to support rail. I will comply with the law. But I will not pander to the authoritarians.
To those who are considering continuing to abandon rail, I would encourage you to return. Just comply with the law and no-one should be criticising you. If I witness any intimidation towards those legally not wearing masks, I will challenge it, but I am not expecting any.
I don't agree with you but I think it should be your choice, and we are entitled to make a different choice and there should be no fear or intimidation from either side.I'll be wearing a mask some of the time at work due to working in science so wearing one on public transport, where the need is greater, more so when travelling to or from work, is no big deal.
In any case I wear a covering rather than a mask if possible and switch coverings when I know it's caught something. It's very little hassle.