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07/08/2019

A road vehicle has collided with a bridge near West Malling. This is causing disruption to trains between Otford and Maidstone East. Trains may be delayed, cancelled or diverted until approximately 12:30.

What's happened?

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Network Rail have advised us of a road vehicle striking a bridge near West Malling. Response staff are on their way to carry out safety checks.

How does this affect my journey?

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Preliminary safety checks have been carried and Network Rail have authorised the line to open at 5mph across the bridge. Further checks will be needed.

What do I need to do?

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Please allow extra time to complete your journey and check before you travel.

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

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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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Affected operators
Southeastern
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Last updated: 07/08/19 - 11:01