A fault with the signalling system between Manningtree and Ipswich means that trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. As as result, trains may be delayed by up to 50 minutes.

Delays are expected until 15:30.

Customer advice:

Due to a fault with the signalling system between Manningtree and Ipswich, trains are having to run at a reduced, cautionary speed, in order to keep the railway safe. This means that trains will be delayed between Manningtree and Ipswich, in both directions.

Network Rail engineers are on site investigating and looking to fix the fault.

Further information:

Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if their booked service is cancelled.

You can view a live map here to help you complete your journey.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.