Merseyrail Services Return to Normal After Ice-Related Disruption

Icy conditions caused delays and cancellations on multiple Merseyrail lines. Replacement buses and contingency plans helped restore services.

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00:00Rail services in Merseyside have been restored after icy conditions caused widespread disruption across the network.

00:08Mersey Rail trains struggle to draw power in freezing weather, causing delays and cancellations on multiple lines,

00:15including Chester, Ellesmere Port, West Kirby and Southport.

00:20Replacement bus services were deployed, though some faced difficulty on icy roads.

00:26Mersey Rail said contingency plans were activated, including diesel trains to clear ice,

00:31and tickets were accepted on buses and other rail services.

00:35Chief Operating Officer Stephen Dodd apologised and thanked staff for their efforts.

00:41Services gradually return to normal, though some lines remain at risk.