Around two years ago a dispute between the RMT union and Northern Trains began, one consequence being services on Sundays through the Ribble Valley were replaced by buses. Of course the dispute affected many other services across Northern’s network too.

We’re delighted to report that the dispute was finally resolved a few days ago and although it will take several months for all services to resume, it’s planned that Sunday services between Blackburn and Clitheroe will re-commence on 13 December.