By Guy Taylor
An unexpected strike by Eurotunnel staff has halted services through the Channel Tunnel until mid-afternoon at the earliest.
In a statement, Eurostar said “no Channel Tunnel crossings have happend [sic] since 12pm today with all trains to and from London cancelled until 3:30pm UK time.”
The statement added: “Customers affected will receive direct communication about their journey and we recommend that travellers postpone their travel today if possible. We are closely monitoring the situation as it evolves, and any further updates will be communicated as soon as possible.”
The channel tunnel’s infrastructure is operated and staffed by the French railway giant Getlink.
It comes at the height of the busy Christmas period. Trade body ABTA warned this morning that millions of Brits were set to depart for theholiday period amid a surge in travel this year.
More to follow.
