Rail replacement buses running in Shropshire after 'major disruption' at Wolverhampton
Customers were facing long delays after “major disruption”
Buses had been ordered to run between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton after major disruption on the railway line.
A points failure at Wolverhamption means that all train lines running through the city were facing disruption on Sunday (May 7).
A spokesperson for National Rail said the incident is expected to cause “major disruption” until around 7pm.
The statement said: “A points failure at Wolverhampton means all lines are disrupted. As a result, trains will be delayed by up to 60 minutes, diverted or revised.
“Major disruption is expected until 4pm.”
Routes affected included Transport for Wales between Birmingham International and Chester/Aberystwyth and West Midlands Railway between Birmingham New Street and Wolverhampton.
Rail replacement transport for both Transport for Wales and West Midlands Railway customers had been scheduled to run between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton.
Customers may be entitled to compensation if they experience a delay, those facing disruption are asked to keep train tickets and make a note of their journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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