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Network Rail repairs 25,000-volt fault; line reopens

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  • Network Rail engineers are repairing a 25,000-volt overhead line fault near Penkridge.
  • Fault disrupted train services between Stafford and Wolverhampton on the West Coast Main Line.
  • National Rail confirmed the line reopened between Stafford and Birmingham New Street at 12:00 BST.
  • Delays and cancellations were expected to continue until 16:00 BST on Saturday.
  • Replacement buses operate at Birmingham, Stafford and Wolverhampton stations, and tickets accepted on East Coast and Midland Main Lines.