Further train disruptions between Sheffield and London expected as East Midlands Railway staff strike
It comes after the operator already reduced services
Travellers are being warned of “significantly reduced” services between Sheffield and London as strike action takes place this weekend.
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RMT Union (rail, maritime and transport workers) has announced that East Midlands Railway (EMR) staff will be going on strike this Saturday (August 15).
The industrial action is expected to cause major disruption to services heading towards the capital city, with only one train per hour operating between Sheffield and London St Pancras between 7am and 7pm.
An EMR spokesperson said: “There will be a significantly reduced train service to/from London St Pancras with trains starting after 7am and finishing before 7pm only.
“We advise you to check your full journey, including first and last trains, before travelling on these dates.”
National Rail said that those with pre-booked tickets can use them to take LNER services from Doncaster to London Kings Cross.
EMR has already been facing controversy in Sheffield after announcing cuts to the their Intercity to St Pancras in July.
The changes have resulted in fewer carriages on the 6.30am and 7.02pm trains, as well as the cancellation of the daily 2pm, 2.35pm and 5pm journeys.
Travellers have also faced issues due to the latest heatwave, which has forced trains to travel slower and is resulting in further disruptions.