Train disruption between Birmingham New Street and Bescot Stadium expected until end of day

NewsMidlands NewsThere is no ETA on when the situation will be resolved18:00, 31 Jul 2026Trains are experiencing delays, alterations and cancellations between due to a failure of the electricity supply.‌The following routes are impacted: Between Birmingham International and Rugeley Trent Valley, and between Wolverhampton and Walsall, and between Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury‌National Rail has said the disruption is due to a failure of the electricity supply between Perry Barr and Bescot Stadium.‌READ MORE: Stabbed Rottweiler's body dumped beneath bridgeTrains running between Birmingham New Street and Bescot Stadium may be cancelled or revised.The closed lines are expected to remain impacted until the end of the day.‌Those impacted by the disruptions can use their ticket at no extra