Train disruption warning in southern England as clay embankments crumble
Rail operators take emergency measures to allow repair works on affected tracks
Rail operators take emergency measures to allow repair works on affected tracks

Union says management has refused to engage on pay and working conditions

South Western’s return to state ownership fails to provide quick fix as operator grapples with long-running issues

Train operator is still advising passengers to rebook services for another day

Wednesday’s incident adds to delays caused after two people were struck by trains the previous day

Any amendment of key figures would come at a sensitive time for the troubled utility

Insurers say companies could struggle to obtain cover for harms to workers and consumers