A speed restriction over a defective track between Radlett and St Albans is causing delays of up to 10 minutes to journeys between Elstree & Borehamwood and St Albans. This is expected until 15:00.
Customer Advice
Services in the Radlett area towards St Albans may be delayed by up to 10 minutes on the fast/express line. This is due to a emergency speed restriction of 20 mph.
The impact on Thameslink services is expected to be minimal as the majority of our services use the slow/stopping lines. However, some services particularly during the peak hours (1600 -1900) may be subject to delay
Please check before you travel. If you are at the station please check information screens for service updates. If you are on the train please listen to on-board announcements.
Can you tell me more about the incident?
Thameslink have been advised of a track defect in the Radlett area. This is affecting trains on the fast/express line from Radlett to St Albans. Network Rail will attend at the close of service in order to fix the issue.
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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.
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