Commuter chaos hits north-west after Manchester-Liverpool train line shut

Commuters face severe disruptions between Liverpool and Manchester due to a points failure, impacting multiple train services and causing major travel chaos.

• The points failure has halted train services between Liverpool Lime Street and Manchester Airport, affecting thousands of daily commuters.
• Northern services connecting Chester and Leeds are also disrupted, alongside routes from Chester to Liverpool, intensifying travel woes for passengers.
• Warrington Bank Quay railway station is among the stops impacted by the disruption, complicating travel plans for those in the north-west region.
• Transport for Wales Rail and TransPennine Express are among the operators affected, facing increased pressure to manage passenger expectations during this incident.
• Authorities have advised commuters to seek alternative travel arrangements as the disruption is expected to persist throughout the morning rush hour.