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Major Delays and Cancellations Across Train Network After Power Failure

Network Rail said an emergency generator failed, leaving trains cancelled or delayed by up to 60 minutes across the North West and Midlands.

  • A major power failure at Manchester Piccadilly halted all Northern services on Thursday, causing widespread disruption across the North West, Midlands, and Greater Manchester.
  • National Rail reported that an electricity supply failure at a rail communications centre struck shortly after 2pm, crippling signalling and operational systems across the region.
  • Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, and East Midlands Railway face operational impacts, with services experiencing delays up to 60 minutes and Bolton routes delayed more than 30 minutes.
  • Metrolink and Greater Manchester Bee Network buses are available to passengers at no extra cost. Northern advised affected travelers to apply for refunds by calling 0800 200 6060.
  • Disruption is expected to continue until the end of the day as engineers work to restore power. Ticket restrictions including Peak and Advance fares remain temporarily lifted in affected areas.
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innherred.no broke the news on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
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