Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Commuters in London experienced delays across sections of the London Underground network on the morning of January 28. Transport for London (TfL) confirmed that two lines were affected during rush hour, with the Circle and Elizabeth lines experiencing disruptions due to separate technical issues. The Circle line, a vital part of the city’s transport network, reported minor delays attributed to train cancellations.
Meanwhile, the Elizabeth line faced more severe disruptions caused by a fault at Paddington station, which resulted in delays and partial suspension of services between Paddington, Reading, and Heathrow Airport. TfL issued an advisory for passengers to use alternative routes, as London Buses and other Underground lines were accepting tickets to accommodate affected commuters. The Elizabeth line, an essential link for connecting central London with outlying areas and Heathrow Airport, encountered severe delays due to a power supply issue at Paddington station.
This disruption led to the suspension of services between Paddington and both Reading and Heathrow, leaving many travelers stranded or forced to replan their journeys. Passengers using other parts of the Elizabeth line also experienced significant delays throughout the morning. In response, TfL made efforts to minimize the impact on commuters by allowing tickets to be used on London Buses and other London Underground lines.
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