TransPennine Express issues 'do not travel' warning between North West and Scotland

TransPennine Express (TPE) has urged customers to not travel today, Thursday 23 May, between the North West and Scotland after weather disruption.

The rail company said the weather has caused 'significant disruption' on the West Coast Main Line with flooding on the route north of Carlisle.

The company says services between Manchester, Liverpool, Preston to Carlisle, Glasgow and Edinburgh are affected.

Major disruption is expected for the rest of Thursday.

Avanti West Coast told passengers: “Please do not attempt to travel with us between Preston and Scotland.

“We’re really sorry if this affects your journey today.”

The company told ticketholders they can travel with other operators such as LNER on the East Coast Main Line, postpone their journey or request a refund.

Darren Higgins, Commercial Director at TransPennine Express, said:

"Due to flooding on the railway line north of Carlisle, train services are significantly disrupted.

"The safety of our customers and colleagues is our priority and we are urging customers not to travel between Manchester, Liverpool, Preston to Carlisle, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

"Anyone planning on travelling by train today (Thursday 23 May) can choose to defer their travel or claim a refund."

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