There is a major disruption to trains throughout Cambridgeshire this morning (Friday, August 8). Trains running between Peterborough , Cambridge and London are being cancelled and passengers are being told to expect delays of up to an hour.

This is due to a person who has been hit by a train between Hitchin and Stevenage . Trains are expected to be cancelled, revised or delayed up to an hour and major disruption is expected until at least midday.

On the National Rail website it says: “A person has been hit by a train between Hitchin and Stevenage. Whilst the emergency services carry out their work all lines are closed.

“Trains running between Peterborough/Cambridge and London will be cancelled, revised or delayed by up to 60 minutes. Major disruption is expected until 12pm.”

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