'Lack of train crew' to cause major disruption to services

Charlotte Albutt

5 July 2024 at 11:10 am

West Midlands Railway: Disruption is expected this weekend.

A "LACK of train crew" will cause significant disruption to railway services through Worcestershire.

Services across West Midlands Railway are expected to be disrupted this weekend due to staff shortages.

Passengers will be affected tomorrow (July 6) and Sunday (July 7).

A spokesperson for West Midlands Railway said: "Due to a shortage of train crew, services across the entire West Midlands Railway network will be affected.

"Particularly Saturday afternoon and evening and Sunday morning.

"A limited rail replacement bus has been ordered but journey times may be significantly longer."

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