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The Elizabeth Line is still partially out of service due to a signal issue, causing delays for commuters heading home during this evening's rush hour.

Elizabeth line - Figure 1 — Photo Evening Standard

There are currently no trains operating between Paddington and Abbey Wood, and the rest of the line is experiencing significant delays.

National Rail has declared that the disruption is anticipated to continue until the end of the day.

In other news, the M25 has been reopened after being closed in both directions due to a police situation in north London.

The bustling motorway was shut down in both directions between Junction 24 A111 Stagg Hill (Potters Bar) and Junction 23 A1M (South Mimms), leading to delays of up to an hour. Fortunately, it was open again by approximately 12:40 PM.

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Chaos At London Bridge: Southeastern Train Disruption

Travelers are experiencing significant congestion at London Bridge station this evening due to a signaling issue that is affecting train services to and from London.

A resident of London mentioned that travelers couldn’t ascend the stairs or escalator to access the platform because of a "huge line."

The problem is believed to be linked to a communication issue at Eden Park, which Southeastern states is affecting trains arriving in and leaving London on the Hayes line.

Throngs of people at London Bridge

"What's happening at London Bridge? There haven't been any announcements, and everyone is stuck on the concourse," posted another user on X.

Another user expressed frustration over the platform changes, stating, "It's chaotic between platforms 6 and 7, with people darting back and forth."

Another X user, who identified themselves as Nick, shared that there was "hazardous overcrowding on platforms 6 and 7 at London Bridge because of delays."

Elizabeth Line To Face All-Day Suspension

National Rail has stated that the partial suspension of the Elizabeth Line is anticipated to continue until the end of the day.

For most of the day, there has been no train service running between Paddington and Abbey Wood because of a problem with the signaling system.

The rest of the Elizabeth Line is experiencing significant delays.

Elizabeth Line Still Partially Suspended

For anyone who is new to our updates, please note that the Elizabeth Line is currently not operating between Paddington and Abbey Wood because of a problem with the signaling system.

There are significant delays on the route between Paddington and Heathrow Terminals/Reading, while the rest of the line is experiencing some minor delays.

Commuters Face Locked Gates On Elizabeth Line

On Tuesday morning, a passenger traveling on the Elizabeth line encountered locked gates at Woolwich station. After leaving and returning five hours later, they discovered the gates were still closed.

Elizabeth line - Figure 2 — Photo Evening Standard

Pritam Dias explained to the Standard that he couldn't make it to work because a significant part of the Elizabeth line was closed on Tuesday.

Currently, there are no services operating between Paddington and Abbey Wood as Transport for London addresses a problem with the signalling system.

On Tuesday morning, Pritam Das arrived to find the gates of the Elizabeth line closed.

Police Seek Help After M25 Vehicle Break-Ins

Law enforcement is asking for anyone with information or who witnessed the vehicle break-ins at South Mimms services, which caused the M25 to close, to come forward.

Officers were summoned at 10:48 AM on Tuesday following alerts about two individuals attempting to break into at least two cars parked at the gas station.

Hertfordshire police reported that no firearms were observed and no one was hurt.

A laptop, iPad, and headphones were stolen from one of the cars but have now been found and returned.

Officers, along with members of the National Police Air Service, responded to the scene. Because there were still wanted suspects in the area, roads on the M25 between junctions 23 and 24 were temporarily closed. Those closures have now been removed.

A 39-year-old man has been taken into custody on allegations of stealing from a vehicle and being prepared to commit theft. He is currently being held for questioning.

PC Daniel Hill, part of the Potters Bar and Shenley Neighbourhood Policing team, stated: "We are still investigating to locate another possible suspect who is thought to have fled the area on foot. I urge anyone with any information to reach out to the police."

"I would love to hear from anyone whose car has been damaged or who may have lost any belongings. Please feel free to reach out."

"I want to express my gratitude to the public for their understanding and support during the temporary closure of the M25."

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Police Close M25 In Search For Car Thieves

Authorities are searching for a group of alleged car thieves following break-ins at the South Mimms services that led to a closure of part of the M25.

Hertfordshire Police were alerted just before 11am on Tuesday about a gang that was reportedly breaking into cars at the service station.

Together with officers from the National Police Air Service, they shut down the M25 between Junctions 23 and 24 to try and apprehend the suspects.

A representative stated that a man has been taken into custody and that authorities continue to look for additional possible suspects.

For more information about the police operation, you can click here.

Ongoing Travel Disruptions On The Elizabeth Line

The Elizabeth Line is still not operating between Paddington and Abbey Wood because of a problem with the signaling system.

There are significant delays happening between Paddington and the Heathrow Terminals / Reading.

"Manhunt Launched After M25 Car Break-Ins"

The road closures on the M25 have been removed, as law enforcement has disclosed that they were implemented to apprehend individuals involved in vehicle break-ins at the South Mimms services on Tuesday morning.

A man has been taken into custody, and authorities are continuing their search for the remaining suspects, according to a spokesperson for Hertfordshire Police.

"The spokesperson stated that officers were present along with members of the National Police Air Service. They also mentioned that road closures were implemented on the M25 between junctions 23 and 24 because of ongoing concerns regarding suspects."

"These restrictions have now been removed."

One person has been taken into custody related to the incident and is being transported for questioning, while efforts are ongoing to identify other possible suspects.

Police Update On M25 Closure Status

According to a spokesperson from Hertfordshire Police, the stretch of the M25 between junctions 23 and 24 is expected to reopen soon, although they did not provide any additional information regarding the police event that took place.

A representative stated, “We received the call just before 10:50 AM, but it seems that it will be reopening soon.”

A section of the M25 is temporarily closed because of a situation that is still unfolding.

The highway is shut down at Junction 23-24 on both sides near the South Mimms services area.

"Drivers are encouraged to steer clear of the area and consider taking a different route if they can."