A vehicle striking a bridge at Aspatria means that all lines between Carlisle and Workington are currently blocked. As a result, trains operating between these stations will be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 17:30.

Customer advice:

Network Rail staff are aware and are en route to the site.

Northern tickets may be used, at no extra cost, on TransPennine Express services between Carlisle and Lancaster in both directions until further notice.

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.