SEVERE WEATHER HITS SCOTLAND’S RAIL NETWORK

Wednesday 12 Jan 2005

SEVERE WEATHER HITS SCOTLAND’S RAIL NETWORK

Region & Route:: Scotland’s Railway: Scotland

Following extreme weather conditions throughout the night, trains will be subject to cancellations or delays across the Scottish rail network onWednesday 12 January. Network Rail will be checking all lines at first light to ensure they are safe before any trains can travel across Scotland. The public are advised to check with National Rail Enquiries or their local train operator before travelling on Wednesday 12 January. National Rail Enquiries: 08457 48 49 50 GNER: 08457 225 225 Virgin: Scotrail:

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