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<p><strong> </strong></p><p>The Department has been working closely with rail operators
as they mitigate the impact of COVID-19 related staff absences on rail services. The
current temporary train timetables are providing passengers with certainty so they
can plan their journeys confidently.</p><p> </p><p>The Operator has protected the
train path to enable the service to be reintroduced from the May timetable change.
The provision of the direct train remains under review in consideration of both demand
and operator staff availability. As staffing pressures ease and passenger demand increases,
operators will increase rail services accordingly to meet demand.</p><p> </p>
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