Rail commuters are facing delays of up to 25 minutes on the Norwich to London train line this afternoon after a vehicle struck a bridge.

Services are currently at a standstill while Network Rail engineers assess the damage. The bridge hit is just outside Stowmarket, on the Bacton Road.

A statement on the National Express East Anglia website reads: 'A vehicle has struck a bridge between Stowmarket and Diss.

'Because of this, trains between Stowmarket and Norwich may be delayed by up to 25 minutes. These delays are expected to continue until approximately 5pm.

'To find out whether this will impact your journey and to get alternative options planned for you, please use the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner, or call TrainTracker on 0871 200 49 50.'

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