Commuter fears as rush-hour train between Manchester and Macclesfield is axed
manchestereveningnews.co.ukA rush-hour train service between Manchester and Macclesfield has been axed - leading to fears of overcrowding for commuters.
The 8.02am service - which has 11 carriages - has been removed from the timetable from today (May 16), CheshireLive reports.
Operator Avanti West Coast said this is due to staff shortages and that the cancellation is only a temporary measure until September. READ MORE: Disgusted Manchester commuter told to pay £800 more after train cancelled One commuter predicts the cancellation will lead to overcrowding and said he was 'disturbed' to hear of the cancellation.
MP David Rutley said he will meet with rail bosses about the 'disappointing' news. The alternative services for those wanting to arrive in Manchester between 8am and 9am are the 7.50am or the 8.19am.
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