Trains stop across north-west England after power cut hits signalling centre
Summary
A power failure at the Manchester Rail Operating Centre caused trains to stop across north-west England on Thursday afternoon. Train services were delayed or cancelled, and passengers were advised not to travel or to allow extra time while disruptions continued.Key Facts
- A power cut occurred just before 2 pm in Greater Manchester, where the signalling centre is based.
- The emergency generator failed to start on time, causing signalling to stop and trains to halt.
- Train services from companies like Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, and others were affected.
- Power was restored, but safety rules required a slow and careful restart of signalling systems.
- Disruptions affected areas including Greater Manchester, the Midlands, and north-west England.
- Passengers experienced cancellations and delays of over an hour.
- People traveling within Greater Manchester could use Bee Network buses or Metrolink trams for free during the disruption.
- Network Rail and National Rail websites advised travelers to check for updates and plan for delays.
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