Rail delays due to broken down freight train

Rail passengers are being warned to expect delays on services from Newport towards Hereford due to a broken down freight train.

Transport for Wales say the freight train has broken down between Newport and Cwmbran towards Hereford.

Passengers are being warning services could be delayed with disruption expected until 5:15pm.

Replacement buses are being sourced by TfW Rail.

⚠Due to a broken down freight train between Newport South Wales and Cwmbran some lines towards Hereford are blocked.

Train services running through these stations may be delayed. Disruption is expected until 17:15 21/02

— Trafnidiaeth Cymru Trenau Transport for Wales Rail (@tfwrail) February 21, 2019