Delays in rail services have resulted from the theft of £100,000 worth of high-voltage wiring. On lines between Chorley and Bolton, Network Rail cautions customers to be ready for service disruptions. Railway Supply, a railway transport news web, published this.

High-voltage wires that power electric trains running on important routes were stolen. During Christmas maintenance in Lostock, Bolton, engineers found the missing wires.

While repairs are being made to fully restore operations, Preston services could also experience delays. Before regular service may resume, replacement cables must adhere to strict safety regulations.

Just one week prior to the scheduled electrification, authorities learned that the theft had taken place. On New Year's Day, workers were ready to energize the lines, but the event caused delays.

Christian Irwin, director of capital delivery for Network Rail, apologized for the inconveniences. He expressed regret to travelers who were hampered by delays on the afflicted train lines.

According to Irwin, their staff has put in a lot of effort to improve this line for travelers. In order to find culprits, engineers are working with the British Transport Police, he added. To stop more infrastructure assaults, more security measures are being implemented.

It is recommended that passengers check timetables with train companies or on the National Rail website. This will guarantee that passengers are informed of any service modifications brought on by the incident.

Additionally, officials warned travelers of the potentially fatal 25,000 volts carried by electric wires. As engineers attempt to restore electricity along impacted routes, safety continues to be of utmost importance.

Workers have been checking the repaired systems and fixing damage from the stolen cable. Network Rail stressed that the works are proceeding without sacrificing safety regulations.

The event makes clear the necessity for more security and the weaknesses in the railway system. The goal of the authorities' ongoing investigation into the theft is to stop future occurrences of this kind.