Due to congestion between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Chester (CTR):
We expect the incident to last until 20:00 and disruption to services is expected until 20:00.
We have been made aware of road traffic congestion affecting the operation of rail replacement services in the Manchester area, owing to an ongoing sporting event.
As a result, rail replacement services operating between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester are anticipated to be delayed until the sporting event has ended.
Rail replacement services between Manchester Piccadilly and Chester are disrupted in both directions.
We expect the road traffic congestion to be cleared by 20:00. Rail replacement services may be disrupted until 20:00.
Please continue to travel as planned, but expect delays on your journey.
Please check back here for more information shortly. We apologise for the disruption caused to your journey.
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