TRAINS leaving Weymouth are facing delays due to a fault on a train near the station.

Train services running to and from Weymouth Station may be delayed.

Disruption is expected until around 1pm today.

A spokesperson for South Western Railway said: "We have been informed that a train has developed a fault at Weymouth.

"This means that some lines are blocked.

"The train crew are in contact with our fleet maintenance team who are investigating and working towards fixing the fault.

"For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.

"We are very sorry for any delay that this may cause to your journey."