Trains disrupted across West Midlands amid issues with communication systems - affecting Avanti, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway
There is rail disruption across the West Midlands due to issues with communication systems.
National Rail is warning train passengers of disruption across the West Midlands due to issues with communication systems.
Network Rail is investigating as various signalling centres are reporting issues with the radio system which enables drivers to connect with the signaller.
It is causing trains across the West Midlands to be disrupted and delayed.
Disruption is expected to last until 6pm today (Tuesday 19 May).
National Rail said: “Due to issues with communication systems at various locations on the National Rail network, train services may be delayed.
“Various signalling centres are reporting issues with the radio system which enables drivers to connect with the signaller. Network Rail staff are investigating.
“Trains can continue to run but may have to run at a reduced speed which will cause some extended journey times.
“Disruption is expected until 18:00”.
Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services are all affected.
National Rail adds: “You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today.
“Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.”
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