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Disruption between Newbury and Reading expected until 20:00 

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Incident reported: Saturday 14 February 2026 at 13:42

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Last updated

Saturday 14 February 2026 at 16:36

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Penzance / Plymouth / Exeter St Davids / Newbury and London Paddington, between Bedwyn and Newbury, and also between Newbury and Reading

Description

A fault with the signalling system between Newbury and Reading means that trains have to run at a reduced speed on the line towards Reading. As a result, trains running between these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 40 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 20:00.

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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.