Lines have reopened following a points failure between Wigan North Western and Eccles / St Helens Central / Warrington Bank Quay. Trains may still be cancelled or delayed by up to 20 minutes.

This is expected until 09:30.

Customer advice:

Avanti West Coast

If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.

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.