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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Ben Waddell

Busy Glasgow railway line shut after person hit by train

A busy Glasgow railway line has been "closed" after a person has been hit by a train.

National Rail said a person has been struck by a train between Glasgow Central and Motherwell.

Revealing the news shortly after 12pm on Saturday, the rail firm said "all lines between" the two stations have been 'shut' to allow emergency crews to carry out their work.

They also said services between Glasgow Central and Larkhall/Motherwell/Shotts may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.

Disruption on the line is expected until around 2pm.

It comes after ScotRail revealed emergency services were dealing with an incident at Uddingston station.

A National Rail spokesperson said: "A person has been hit by a train between Glasgow Central and Motherwell. Whilst the emergency services carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed.

"Trains between Glasgow Central and Larkhall/Motherwell/Shotts may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.

"If you've been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.

"Services are being further delayed by the earlier damage to the overhead electric wires in the Newton (Lanark) area.

"Disruption is expected until 2pm."

A spokesperson for ScotRail added: "The emergency services are dealing with an incident at Uddingston.

"Train services going through this station will be cancelled, delayed or revised.

"Please check our app/website for the latest travel info."

The British Transport Police has been contacted for comment.

If you are struggling and want to speak to someone, please call the Samaritans on 116 123. 

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