Update. Finally took the plunge yesterday morning and cut the hot water pipe, and fitted the compression stop end. This morning, still no drips or weeping :-) Tempted, of course, to nip it up a fraction 'just in case', but will leave well alone.
The pipe slicer is a wizard tool.
Basin, shower and WC all out, the only remaining job being properly blocking the wastes to prevent smells wafting in. Currently sealed with plastic bags and rubber bands.
Thanks, all.