Lines reopened: disruption to Merseyrail Northern line services expected until 11:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Saturday 25 October 2025 at 06:06
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Last updated
Saturday 25 October 2025 at 09:53
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Merseyrail Northern line services between Hunts Cross and Ormskirk; and between Liverpool Central and Headbolt Lane / Southport
Description
All lines have now reopened following an earlier fault with the signalling system at Sandhills. Services running to Hunts Cross / Headbolt Lane / Ormskirk / Southport may continue to be cancelled or delayed by up to 20 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 11:00.
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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.