ScotRail services between Glasgow and Edinburgh cancelled after person struck by train

A rail line between Glasgow and Edinburgh has closed after a person was struck by a train.

ScotRail said it is working with emergency services following the incident between Slateford and Kirknewton on Tuesday.

Services between Glasgow Central and Edinburgh will be cancelled, delayed or revised, with disruption expected to last until 6pm.

In the meantime, passengers are advised to use alternative routes, including Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh via Bathgate, Cumbernauld and Falkirk.

Ticket acceptance is also in place on JMB Coaches number 41 service between Lanark and Hamilton.

In an update to passengers, ScotRail said: “Unfortunately we have had reports of a person being struck by a train between Slateford and Kirknewton.

“We are working closely with emergency services during this time and will keep you updated.”