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Lines reopened: disruption between Highbury & Islington and New Cross / New Cross Gate / Clapham Junction expected until 22:00 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Saturday 22 November 2025 at 18:54

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Last updated

Saturday 22 November 2025 at 21:06

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Highbury & Islington and Crystal Palace / West Croydon, and also between Dalston Junction and New Cross / Clapham Junction

Description

Lines have now reopened following a passenger being taken ill on a train at New Cross Gate, and also an earlier train fault in the area. However, whilst service recovers, trains between Highbury & Islington and New Cross Gate may still be cancelled or revised.

Disruption is expected until 22:00.

Customer advice:

Tickets will be accepted on London Buses, via any reasonable route, at no extra cost.

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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.