Trains cancelled after tree hits overhead lines

A tree has fallen on power lines between Norwich and Diss, causing delays for passengers

Rail passengers have been facing disruption due to a tree falling on overhead power lines.

Trains between Norwich and Diss have been cancelled, which has caused delays for travellers including commuters to London.

Greater Anglia said it expected services to reopen at 15:00 BST and repairs were under way by Network Rail engineers.

It added that ticket restrictions had been lifted for any affected customers and tickets for Tuesday would be accepted on Wednesday instead.

Network Rail engineers have been carrying out repairs

Hourly trains will run in both directions between Diss and London Liverpool Street until midday.

Greater Anglia passengers will be able to use CrossCountry and Great Northern trains between Cambridge and Ely, while East Midlands Railway will accept Greater Anglia tickets between Ely and Norwich.

The latest updates on the delays and information on how tickets can be reimbursed are available on the Greater Anglia website.