Liverpool Street train delays infuriate Essex commuters

Rush hour commuters travelling through Essex by train were delayed this morning (Thursday) because of a signalling fault at London's Liverpool Street Station.

Faults between 9.30am and 10.50am caused delays of up to 20 minutes, while the 9am London to Norwich train was already running 18 minutes late.

While the delays were relatively short lived, customers expressed their frustration.

At about 9am, "Bluelaurel CEO" tweeted: "Yet again delayed by @greateranglia as we sit on the tracks just 2 miles outside of Liverpool st. 2 days running have been delayed."

After Greater Anglia confessed the dilemma to the tweeter, "Bluelaurel CEO" replied: "@greateranglia sorry, but its not on! I'm delayed by *only* 20 minutes so no refund either. I have a business to run."

At about 10am, commuter Sam Evans directed a strongly worded post at Greater Anglia, adding: "Made me late for work and more importantly delayed my morning coffee!!!"

After the signalling fault was amended, a Greater Anglia spokesperson said: "We worked with Network Rail to restore the fault and we apologise for any inconvenience caused."