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« on: August 30, 2018, 08:53:59 »
Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident between Didcot Parkway and Oxford all lines are closed.
Impact: Train services running through these stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until 10:15 30/08.
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« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2018, 09:08:49 »
Reports of body near the line at Tuckwells Crossing adjacent to Hinksey North Jn, confirmed by Network Rail staff. All lines on stop until further notice.
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« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2018, 10:19:40 »
Lines re-opened 9:30 approx.
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