Written Statement (Wales): Rail Collision on the Cambrian Line - Oct 22

Ken Skates, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales: Last night two Transport for Wales trains were involved in a low-speed collision near Llanbrynmair in Powys, Mid Wales. Sadly, a man has died following the collision and 15 others have suffered injuries which are not believed to be life threatening or life changing. Our thoughts are with all those involved. 

The Cambrian Railway east of Machynlleth will be closed while specialist teams continue their investigations, and Transport for Wales urge passengers not to travel to this part of the network. 

I am extremely grateful to the emergency services who attended the scene and helped our passengers and staff. 

The safety of our passengers and staff is, as always, our key priority. Transport for Wales are working closely with all agencies, including emergency services and Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB), to understand how this incident happened and they will have my full support.