A speed restriction over a defective track between Newcastle and Morpeth means trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. As a result of this, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

This is ecpected until 23:00.

Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner

Twitter:
If you would like to follow this incident on Twitter, please use #Morpeth

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.