Newark rail services affected after person hit by train between Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe

Newark rail services have been affected after a person was hit by a train.

The person was hit between Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe, which was affecting trains on the Newark Castle/Derby/Crewe route.

The line between Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe has re-opened and services should soon return to normal. However, there will be no calls at Longport.

Bus replacement services will continue between Longport and Stoke-on-Trent/Crewe until the service resumes fully.