ALT Storm Boelo disruption statement from Chris Wright, Network Rail North West route director. He says: "We’re sorry for the disruption to people’s journeys today caused by Storm Boelo. Safety is our number one priority and we’re working as fast as we can to assess the overnight damage, clear debris and reopen routes as best as possible. However, with the extreme weather continuing today I’d urge everyone to check National Rail Enquiries and follow the advice of their train operator with weather conditions changing so quickly.”

ALT Network Rail workers pulling 500 metres of signalling cable along the track between Crewe and Chester to fix a signalling problem which has disrupted trains all day

ALT Latest WCML Statement from Adam Checkley, Netwok Rail Central route engineering director. “We’re sorry to passengers who’ve faced major disruption along the West Coast Main Line due to earlier overhead line problems between Wolverhampton and Stafford. Our teams have now cleared the issue allowing the route to reopen, but with trains and their crew out of position, delays and cancellations will continue throughout the day. Please check National Rail Enquiries for the latest travel information while we work hard with our train operators to get as many trains running as possible.”

ALT A group of rail industry colleagues stand outside the entrance to Rugby station alongside a Network Rail-branded information stand. The team includes station, safety and security representatives gathered during a customer engagement event focused on rail safety. The station building and "Rugby Station" sign are visible in the background, with colleagues posed together for a group photograph in bright daylight.