Train operator ‘hopes to find solution’ after mayor hits out over decision to scrap Fenland stopping services

Mayor Palmer has called for the services to be re-instated, saying ‘Cross Country’s treatment of the travelling public here is nothing short of appalling. This is the latest slap in the face as they choose this time, when everyone is vulnerable and struggling to get back to school and work, to cut what was an already-poor stopping service at the Fenland stations.’

Mr Palmer has said he will be speaking to the Rail Minister about the situation.

Today Cross Country’s Regional Director, Richard Morris, said: “I am sorry Mayor Palmer feels we’ve let his community down. The stops at Manea and Whittlesea were temporarily withdrawn in April as part of a range of changes to our timetables to manage the impact of the Coronavirus. We have communicated this to local stakeholders and have been working hard to find a solution.

“We are aware of the problem that has arisen now schools are reopening and have been actively reviewing all options. Like the Mayor, we want to see our services resuming and are hopeful a solution can be found as we manage the effects of this pandemic.”