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22 May 2023 | 08:08 AM UTC

UK: Rail services temporarily disrupted in Stevenage, May 22

Rail services via Stevenage, UK, suspended due to signalling failure, May 22. Disruptions reported.

Warning

Event

Multiple rail operating companies suspended train services via Stevenage during the morning of May 22. The service disruptions are affecting Thames Link, Great Northern, Grand Central, Hull Trains, LNER, and Lumo services on the main line north of London. Numerous rail services have been canceled or delayed. Authorities have reported signaling failures and predict that disruptions will continue into the afternoon of May 22.

The rail service suspension will likely cause ongoing significant disruptions to rail travel across the region. There may be an increased demand for other means of transport, including buses and private hire vehicles. Congestion is likely on affected roads. Services are likely to take several hours to return to normal after the line reopens.

Advice

Confirm rail times and bookings. Allow extra time for travel, and seek other methods of transport if necessary.

Resources

Thameslink

Great Northern

Grand Central

Hull Trains

LNER

Lumo