Smoother journeys are expected for passengers travelling between Walsall and Cannock, thanks to £500,000 investment into track renewal work.

The work, which is on the Chase line, which connects Rugeley Trent Valley and Birmingham New Street via Walsall, will be taking place on Sundays until the 18th July 2021.

Due to the track renewal work, part of the railway will be closed and trains will only run between Birmingham New Street and Walsall.

Rail replacement buses will be available between Walsall and Rugeley Trent Valley to keep passengers on the move.

Dave Penney, Network Rail’s Central route director, said: “These essential upgrades to the Chase line are part of Network Rail’s commitment to get the railway in the best possible shape as passengers return to the network after the coronavirus lockdown.

“The improvements will mean fewer delays caused by track related issues and the new rails will mean smoother journeys for passengers. I’d urge anyone planning to travel on Sundays over upcoming weeks to check before they travel for the latest information.”

Jonny Wiseman, customer experience director for West Midlands Railway, said: “We know our customers appreciate a smooth ride which is why it is important we allow Network Rail to access tracks to carry out these improvements.

“I thank our passengers on the Chase line for their patience while these works are carried out and I urge anyone needing to travel on affected Sundays to plan ahead.”

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