East Midlands Railway services to London disrupted over Christmas

Mark Budden, route director for Network Rail’s East Midlands route, said there were “three main bits of engineering” during the works.

The first is undertaking overhead line power upgrades as part of the Midland Mainline electrification programme.

The second is part of a £10m project to replace a 160-year-old road bridge that goes over a railway in Agar Grove, in Camden.

The third part of the project includes works for the future expansion of freight operations in Radlett, near Watford.

“I understand the disruption this is causing,” said Mr Budden.

“It’s a really unfortunate time of year when people are still trying to get to work and visit loved ones.

“Once complete, this essential work will mean passengers will have smoother, faster and more reliable journeys.”