Points Failure Between Ipswich and Manningtree Disrupts Greater Anglia Services
Engineers are repairing failed track switches that have cut capacity on the Ipswich–Manningtree stretch.
Overview
- A confirmed points fault between Ipswich and Manningtree has left fewer trains able to run on all lines, causing cancellations and delays on routes linking Norfolk with London Liverpool Street.
- Greater Anglia has shortened the Ipswich–London Liverpool Street stopping service to run only between Colchester and Liverpool Street.
- The operator warns that trains through Ipswich and Manningtree may be cancelled, delayed or revised as controllers work within the reduced capacity.
- Network Rail engineers are fixing the fault, with disruption described as ongoing by one outlet and separately estimated to last until 10:30 by the Gazette.
- Passengers with advance tickets can use earlier or later trains and may claim delay compensation, with live departure boards providing the latest options.