UK Rail MELTDOWN: Manchester Power Failure Sparks Huge UK Rail Disruption Into Friday!

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Britain’s rail network was thrown into chaos after a power failure at a key Manchester control centre. Seven train operators were affected — and disruption continued into Friday. What You Need to Know * A power failure at Manchester’s Rail Operating Centre disrupted signalling and triggered widespread train cancellations and severe delays. * Seven operators were affected, including Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London Northwestern Railway, Northern, TransPennine Express and Transport for Wales. * Power was restored, but the disruption continued because trains and crews were left out of position. * National Rail warned of major disruption across Greater Manchester and north-west England on Friday. * Northern advised passengers to avoid travelling before 10:00 where possible, while TransPennine Express operated a reduced service. * Passengers at Manchester Piccadilly described hours of delays, cancellations and confusion as they searched for alternative routes

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