CrossCountry cancels almost all rail services after power cut hits control centre
Summary
CrossCountry cancelled almost all of its train services in Great Britain after a power outage hit its control centre in Birmingham. Services are expected to resume gradually, and some other train companies are accepting CrossCountry tickets to help passengers reach their destinations.Key Facts
- A power cut in Birmingham affected CrossCountry’s control centre on Sunday.
- Most CrossCountry trains were cancelled until further notice.
- Trains between Peterborough, Cambridge, and Stansted Airport are still running.
- Other train companies like Chiltern Railways and LNER are accepting CrossCountry tickets.
- Passengers can claim refunds or compensation if their trains are delayed or cancelled.
- Network Rail power teams are working on restoring power and systems.
- CrossCountry has faced previous complaints about delays, cancellations, and poor passenger information.
- The transport secretary asked publicly owned train operators to add extra services where possible.
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