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"There had been huge delays and hiatus because of the way they approached ordering new trains for operators either directly or indirectly under their control," he said.

The crossing was supposed to be ready as soon as 2026, but Newsom said negotiations over its operation and future revenue it will generate via tolls have been the main culprits for extensive delays.

A major disruption on the UK's rail network has caused delays on at least nine lines on Friday morning.

Network Rail is experiencing a nationwide fault with the radio system between driver and signallers, leading to delays and cancellations to services.

By noon, the agency said on social media that it had resumed normal operations, but that riders should expect delays.