#network-rail

#network-rail

Network Rail is warning that the Brighton mainline railway via Gatwick Airport will be closed on Sunday 13th July for urgent repair works.

Network Rail stated that the high temperatures would make track temperatures reach about 50C (122F), leading to speed restrictions and revised timetables for train services.

Network Rail stated that railway track replacement projects between Euston and Milton Keynes are necessary, aiming to enhance safety and reliability despite anticipated disruptions for travellers.

By painting parts of the rail white, they absorb less heat - 5°C to 10°C cooler than one left unpainted.

Helen Hamlin emphasized that 'the vast majority of the rail network will be open as usual,' but advised passengers to check for specific service changes ahead of travel.

Network Rail has announced that train services in south London will be disrupted over the Easter weekend due to a major upgrade programme, urging passengers to plan ahead.

Ealing's local London Assembly member, Bassam Mahfouz, has called the situation unacceptable, warning that passengers' safety and dignity is at stake.

The vast majority of the rail network will be open as usual for people wanting to travel over the Easter Bank Holiday, but there will be changes to services in some areas.

Scheduled engineering works in south-west London will disrupt train services this weekend, affecting multiple routes, including closures and bus replacements.

Southeastern stated that there is no funding available to reinstate Sunday services between Charlton and Lewisham, despite prior exploration of a business case.

We're once again advising customers to plan ahead... When this vital maintenance is completed, our customers can expect better journeys and a more reliable railway.

Rail passengers traveling this weekend should plan their journeys due to vital engineering work that will affect train services between East Croydon and Gatwick Airport.