THE line between Penrith and Carlisle is closed after a person was hit by a train near Penrith.

National Rail say that buses are now running between Preston and Carlisle.

The disruption is likely to continue until ‘at least’ 6.30pm.

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Routes affected include First TransPennine Express services between Manchester Airport and Glasgow Central / Edinburgh and Virgin Trains services between London Euston and Glasgow Central / Edinburgh.