General · 23 August 2026

CrossCountry cancels most UK trains after control centre power cut

A power outage at CrossCountry's control centre in Birmingham on Sunday, August 23, has led to widespread cancellations across its network. Most services are unable to run, affecting connections between parts of Wales and destinations across England, including Leeds and Nottingham. The long-distance train operator is urging customers to check their journeys before travelling today.

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