Millions of train passengers in the UK will face disruptions over Christmas due to engineering work on major railway lines. Key closures include London Paddington for six days and the Midland Main Line for nine days, affecting routes to Leicester, Nottingham, and Sheffield. Network Rail’s Helen Hamlin stated the work aims to improve service reliability, with alternative arrangements like rail-replacement buses and diverted trains in place.
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