Disruption continues following Bletchley train derailment
Two trains per hour are due to operate between Northampton and London Euston via all stations. However, problems with overhead wires in the Northampton area were creating additional cancellations. Specific advice has been given out to passengers travelling on Avanti West Coast and London Northwestern services to avoid the issues as best as possible.
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