Commuters are experiencing substantial delays caused by a signalling issue at a railway station.
Disruptions on the Gillingham line began at 5:43 am.
A signalling fault at Gillingham station is the source of the delays. Image: Google
Initially reported on X by Southeastern, “Due to a signalling system fault at #GillinghamKent, services passing through this station may experience delays. Services departing from Gillingham depot are also impacted.”
The fault resulted in the cancellation of the 5:40 am train bound for Cannon Street, London.
Engineers were scheduled to arrive at the site by 7:00 am, but their arrival was delayed by 30 minutes.
Staff reportedly completed repairs shortly after 7:50 am.
Numerous trains have been cancelled as a consequence. (Stock image)
The rail company advises that train services may be altered as efforts are made to minimize delays.
A spokesperson added, “Services towards London through the Medway towns are experiencing significant delays.
Passengers can use their tickets on Thameslink services and the London Underground between terminals.”
Further updates will be provided as they become available.
