Train chaos LIVE: Rush hour providers delayed and cancelled amid nationwide fault with radios used between drivers and signallers – newest updates

There is a nationwide fault with the communication system used between train drivers and signallers. As a result, services across the National Rail network may be subject to delays this morning.

Trains across the network are having to start their journeys later because of this fault and some may also be subject to short-notice cancellations or alterations.

Please check before you travel, allow extra time for your journey and monitor live departure boards.

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There is a fault with the onboard “GSMR” radio system that allows communication between train drivers and signal operators. This issue is currently being investigated and you will be updated as soon as possible.

According to National Rail, nine rail operators have been affected by the communication fault which is causing some services to be delayed or cancelled,

Here’s the list in full:

• ScotRail
• South Western Railway
• London Northwestern Railway
• ThamesLink
• Southern Rail
• Elizabeth Line
• Great Northern
• Southeastern
• Gatwick Express

Rail passengers across Britain face major disruption during rush-hour this morning due to a nationwide fault with a radio system used by train drivers and signallers.

National Rail said trains across the UK network had to start their journeys later than normal or could be cancelled because of the failure of the onboard GSM-R system.

Elizabeth line trains between Reading and Heathrow Airport were affected, while passengers using South Western Railway and ScotRail were warned of disruption.

Southeastern confirmed delays, while an amended timetable was confirmed on routes operated by Gatwick Express, Great Northern, Southern and Thameslink.