RAIL DISRUPTION: Broken down train causes major disruption to routes across Lancashire

A broken-down train in the Wigan area is causing disruption to Northern trains across the North West.

The rail company said the following services are affected:

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Delays on train routes because of a broken-down train

- Between Southport and Leeds/Blackburn

- Between Manchester Victoria and Kirkby

- Between Wigan North Western and Alderley Edge/Liverpool Lime Street

- Between Blackpool North and Liverpool Lime Street.

Trains may be cancelled or delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 1pm.

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