Merseyrail services face 'major' disruption

NewsLiverpool NewsSouthportThe disruption is expected to last until 9.30pm20:49, 14 Jul 2026Some Merseyrail services are facing "major" disruption this evening due to a problem on the lines. Merseyrail services on the Southport line are currently disrupted and can't run between Hillside and Southport, due to signalling problems at Southport.‌Merseyrail said the disruption is expected to last until around 9.30pm. Trains are running between Hillside and Liverpool in both directions. On the rail provider's website, it said: "Due to signalling problems at Southport the Southport line is disrupted. Disruption is expected until 9.30pm.‌"Train services to Southport have been suspended between Hillside and Southport. "A rail replacement bus service has been requested to run between Hillside and So