Shocking figures reveal the severity of Calderdale train delays by Northern Rail

The severity of delays by Northern Rail on Calderdale services have been revealed in a new report.

By The Newsroom

Published 29th Nov 2018, 08:37 BST

Updated 29th Nov 2018, 09:40 BST

Figures reveal train delays in Calderdale

Rail passengers in Calderdale 'deserve better' says council leader

The introduction of the new timetable in May 2018 caused chaos throughout the national rail network, with the Calder Valley line being particularly badly hit.

In the first three days 25 services were cancelled and over a third of services (36%) were delayed by three minutes or more.

Leader of Calderdale Council, Councillor Tim Swift said delays and cancellations on the Calder Valley line are having a severe impact on businesses and commuters.

“We deserve a 21st century rail service. We need rapid, reliable trains and clean, good quality carriages with Wi-Fi, so that people can commute in comfort and arrive at their destination on time.

“We demand better, it’s time for the Government to invest more and to upgrade the line. Enough is enough.”