Network Rail has announced that over 300 staff will be giving up Christmas to work on London King's Cross, a vital part of the £1.2 billion East Coast upgrade.
Over the festive period, teams will be carrying out parts of the King's Cross remodelling project including replacing tracks near platforms 5 and 6 and carrying out vital signal testing.
As there are no timetabled services on Christmas Day and Boxing Day on this part of the railway, Network Rail uses this opportunity to carry out major work.
Passengers are being advised to check before travelling as there is no services or replacement services on Christmas and Boxing Day.
There will also be reduced service to and from London King's Cross until 13:00 on Friday, 27 December.
What did the officials say?
Fjolle Bunjaku, Project Manager for Network Rail, said:
“I grew up locally in Camden and I've seen this area undergo a massive regeneration, so I'm happy to be part of a project that sees the railway move with the times. With more people using the railway, it's essential that the East Coast Main Line is upgraded to meet the growing demand.
“I worked over Christmas last year too, and there was a really nice atmosphere and sense of togetherness. Our teams have been planning this project for months, and the work is vital to keep this huge upgrade on track.”
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Very soon it will be the end of the Class 91 Mk4 Intercity.
Farewell Class 91.
New track in the old ‘Moorgate’ tunnel removed way back and a constraint ever since, will enhance capacity and reduce terminal delays. Not cheap, but money well spent. Thanks for giving up your Christmas, Team!