Some networks have imposed a series of speed restrictions on tracks to keep trains safe in the hot weather

South Western Railway has said some of its London Waterloo services are being forced to run slower than usual while a safety inspection took place

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Britain’s scorching heatwave caused major travel disruption on Tuesday after smoke was reported on railway tracks near London Waterloo station, forcing train operators to cancel…

Some networks have imposed a series of speed restrictions on tracks to keep trains safe in the hot weather

South West Railway (SWR) told the Daily Mail disruption on its network was due to 'the very high temperatures' as a record May high of 35.1C was recorded in London's Kew Gardens…

As temperatures hit 36C and health officials issued an amber alert, the hot spell has caused transport disruption with some train operators cancelling or delaying services.