UK Train Disruption: CrossCountry Cancels Services After Birmingham Power Cut
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A power cut at the control center in Birmingham has caused significant disruption to CrossCountry train services across the UK. Almost all routes have been cancelled, including popular ones like Glasgow to Edinburgh, Manchester to Birmingham, and Cheltenham to Cardiff. A near-normal service is expected between Peterborough, Cambridge, and Stansted Airport. Tickets bought for Sunday's travel can be used with other train operators or remain valid until Wednesday. Passengers are advised to check their journeys with National Rail Enquiries.
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