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Delay misery for train passengers

Commuters faced delays through Kidderminster and Stourbridge today after a broken down train disrupted services.

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Delays were reported during peak morning rush hour services through Smethwick Galton Bridge station.

Chiltern Railways services from Kidderminster to London were delayed by up to 15 minutes from 7am.

The train was cleared by mid-morning and services returned to normal shortly after.

Meanwhile, Arriva Trains Wales, London Midland and Virgin Trains services into Birmingham New Street were hit after a signalling fault at Smethwick Rolfe Street, which started at about 10am today.

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