RAIL passengers faced a series of cancellations yesterday as staff shortages and a £100,000 cable theft hit services.
Train operator Northern issued an apology, saying that due to a lack of available conductors for Sunday shifts, it was implementing a reduced timetable across its network, aiming to provide 'structure' amidst a spate of last-minute cancellations. The rail service, which came under government control in March 2020, has seen persistent disruptions on Sundays, a day not covered by standard working contracts.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham previously labelled Northern a 'part-time rail service, referencing the frequent train cancellations. Meanwhile other services -including Northern and TransPennine Express trains across Greater Manchester - were cancelled yesterday following a £100,000 theft on the railway lines.
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