Travelers utilizing the East Coast Main Line received advance notice of service disruptions scheduled for this weekend. Network Rail announced that certain train services would be substituted by buses on Saturday and Sunday, owing to signal testing activities. This undertaking is part of a £1.4bn digital modernization project, which involves substituting conventional line-side signals with electronic signaling systems integrated within drivers’ cabs. A representative from Thameslink and Great Northern stated that the work is “vital” and would “improve the reliability of services in the long run,” further advising: “I urge people to plan their journeys and allow plenty of extra time.” Network Rail specified that there would be no train operations between certain points, that a rail replacement bus service would operate between others, and that train services would continue to run between designated locations. Travelers are encouraged to consult National Rail for the latest travel updates. For news from the East of England, follow BBC Beds, Herts & Bucks, BBC Cambridgeshire, BBC Essex, BBC Norfolk, BBC Northamptonshire, or BBC Suffolk on X, Instagram, and Facebook. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC bears no responsibility for the content of external websites. Information regarding our policy on external linking is available. Post navigation Rail Line Closure Attributed to Train Malfunction A27 Reopens Following Road Incidents and Oil Spill