NETWORK Rail has confirmed that a trainline remains closed due to “significant damage” to its sea defences.
The Far North Line between Brora and Helmsdale has been closed since Monday afternoon, when high tides meant engineers could not accurately assess the line near the sea wall’s damage.
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ScotRail confirmed that several trains including on the Wick to Inverness line have been altered.
UPDATE: Summary of the service alternations listed above - click on the picture and zoom in. 👇 pic.twitter.com/tjAwroSz3Q
— ScotRail (@ScotRail) February 13, 2024
Coaches and mini busses have been established for passengers requiring drop offs, terminating at Lairg and Invergordon.
Network Rail posted on X: “The Far North Line will remain closed between Helmsdale and Brora until at least midday on Wednesday, due to the railway’s sea defences being damaged on Sunday and Monday. Repairs began at noon, but safe access for our team is limited by high tide."
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