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Rail disruption between Mid Wales and Birmingham International cleared

A major rail route was closed due to issues between Aberystwyth and Birmingham International.

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National Rail Enquiries said that the incident, near Welshpool, meant that there was disruption for trains travelling between Aberystwyth and Birmingham International - through Mid Wales and Shropshire.

It was initially hoped the issues would be resolved by 12.15pm - but that was later extended to 3.30pm.

An update on the National Rail Enquiries website said: "A fault with the barriers at a level crossing in the Welshpool area means that all lines are blocked.

"As a result, trains running between Machynlleth and Shrewsbury may be cancelled or revised."

The route reopened at around 3pm.

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