Yorkshire train times: Network Rail warn of delays and disruption after thieves steal signalling cables
Thieves have caused disruption to train services in south Yorkshire after they stole signalling cables, National Rail has said.
It happened at Conisbrough between Doncaster and Sheffield, and will affect CrossCountry, Northern and TransPennine Express services between the two stations.
National Rail said the theft means fewer trains will run between Doncaster and Sheffield, some services will be cancelled, some delayed and others revised or diverted.
The disruption is expected to last through New Year’s Eve. Network Rail said it had staff on site to investigate the incident.
A National Rail spokesperson said: "Theft of signalling cables between Doncaster and Sheffield means trains must run at a reduced speed on all lines.
"As a result, services operating between Doncaster and Sheffield may be cancelled, delayed by up to 25 minutes, revised or diverted.
"Disruption is expected until the end of the day."