Warning: Major Disruption On East Coast Main Line

A number of Class 800 series trains from several train companies have been taken out of service today for checks as a precautionary measure.

A spokesperson for LNER said: “Due to a number of Hitachi Class 800 trains from several train companies being taken out of service for checks as a precautionary measure, there will be a reduced number of services in operation across the LNER route.

The issue is being investigated and once trains have been checked, we hope to be able to release them back into service as soon as possible.

We apologise for the disruption caused and are advising customers not to travel on Sunday 9th May, with tickets valid until Sunday 16th May. Alternatively, customers can claim a refund from their original point of purchase.

Seat reservations are required on all LNER services for anyone planning to travel.

We recommend customers check our website, lner.co.uk for the very latest travel information and updates.”

TransPennine Express said that a number of Class 800 series trains from several train companies have been taken out of service today for checks as a precautionary measure, including our Nova 1 trains.

"Following an ongoing investigation and checks by manufacturer Hitachi, we are now able to start reintroducing our Nova 1 trains back into service and will keep the situation under close and constant review.

The disruption caused will continue to have a significant impact on our services between Newcastle and York for the rest of the day, and we apologise to our customers for any disruption caused."

We have ticket acceptance in place with other operators and tickets will also be valid for travel tomorrow (9th May 2021). Anyone who chooses not to travel can claim a refund from their point of purchase.