UK: Major rail disruptions ongoing on West Coast Mainline, between north-west England and Scotland, May 30

Rail operators are reporting severe travel delays on the West Coast Mainline, between north-west England and Scotland, May 30. The disruptions follow the derailment of a freight train near Oxenholme, Cumbria, late on May 29. Rail operator Avanti is warning passengers not to travel, and that delays and disruptions will likely continue throughout the day. The most significant impact will be between the mainline stations of Preston and Carlisle. The incident is under investigation; no casualties were reported.

Transport disruptions are almost certain to continue for several hours.