Strike that disrupted Eurotunnel and Eurostar ends
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Station as trains were delayed due to technical issues. Passengers were seen waiting for several hours, causing frustration and inconvenience for those hoping to travel to Paris or Brussels. The delays were caused by a problem with the signal system and reportedly affected trains throughout the day. Eurostar apologized to customers and advised those with tickets to check their website for updates before heading to the station.
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Eurotunnel has affirmed that the sudden halt of trains on Thursday due to a strike by French workers has ended. Train services will resume gradually.
Although LeShuttle trains where cars can board were planned to run again in the evening as scheduled, it is currently unknown when Eurostar passenger trains will resume their operations.
Until further notice, Eurostar has terminated all train services that depart or arrive in London.
The disturbance arose as individuals are set to journey for Christmas within the upcoming several days.
Eurotunnel has announced that it has come to a consensus with the labour unions and expressed remorse for the inconvenience caused to LeShuttle, a mode of transportation that carries vehicles across the Channel Tunnel.
Eurotunnel is pleased with the agreement and wants to say sorry again to all the people who use LeShuttle, Eurostar and other train services that have been affected by the strike. This is what Eurotunnel stated in a message.
The company stated that it won't be vending fresh tickets for Friday travels. Preferably, it will concentrate on those who have already procured their tickets.
Eurostar hasn't made any statements regarding the termination of the strike as of yet.
The French minister of transportation, Clement Beaune, posted a tweet stating that the Channel Tunnel blockade has been lifted. This means that traffic can now continue on services such as Eurostar and Getlink.
I admire the sense of duty and accountability exhibited by everyone who was involved.
On Thursday, Eurostar announced that approximately 30 of its previously planned trains traveling to and from London, Paris, and Brussels would not be in operation.
Due to malfunctioning overhead power cables between Milton Keynes and Watford Junction, London Euston station will not be running trains on Thursday.
Due to the damage incurred, there is currently a restriction on incoming passengers at Euston station. Evaluating the harm to the cables is being carried out by Network Rail engineers with the help of drones.
Train and infrastructure employees of Eurotunnel went on strike without prior notice, resulting in the cessation of services in the Channel Tunnel.
Eurostar stated that it will be reaching out directly to customers who will be impacted by the current situation. These customers will be given the option to either exchange their tickets without charge or get a full refund.
"We are keeping a close eye on the situation as it changes, and we will let you know about any new information as soon as we can."
Earlier, Eurotunnel announced that it would be arranging for individuals to travel on ferries as their services were temporarily halted. This was made possible through an agreement with various ferry companies.
The unions announced a strike at 11:00 GMT and eventually terminated it later in the evening. According to the law of the French union, they had the freedom to continue their protest for an indefinite period.
The employees were given an option of receiving a bonus of €1,000 (£867) at their own discretion, however the trade unions have asked for a much higher amount, three times the original offer.
Currently, it is uncertain what agreement the union agreed to.
Chris Tirifahy-McCabe and his spouse had arranged to go to Brussels via Eurostar to see their relatives. Presently, Chris is unable to proceed further from St Pancras and is striving to find alternative modes of transportation, like countless other people.
The BBC was informed that Eurostar services have been halted indefinitely, as stated by the spokesperson. There are approximately five hundred individuals stranded beyond security, anticipating further instruction.
"They have initiated an unforeseen attack and they are not stating anything further. There has been a lack of genuine correspondence."
He mentioned that it's uncertain whether to depart or continue in place.
Transportation systems are preparing for one of the most hectic times of the year as numerous people make their way to see their loved ones.
The occurrence of storm Pia has caused some disruption to travel in certain areas across the UK due to powerful winds.
British Airways reported that it had to modify its flight timetable on Thursday due to restrictions imposed by air traffic control due to the storm.
The train company TransPennine Express gave a recommendation to their customers not to travel on their trains to and from Edinburgh before 3:00 pm.
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