OVERHEAD line problems between Colchester and Manningtree have disrupted rail services.

Trains could be cancelled or delayed by up to an hour due to the problems.

Greater Anglia said it is looking to bring in a road replacement service.

A bus service is already set to be introduced replacing services between Colchester to Clacton and Walton due to problems with lines between Great Bentley and Weeley.

Earlier today there were also delays on the line between Wivenhoe and Colchester when plastic sheeting was blown onto the power lines.