Travellers are facing reduced train services across England, Scotland and Wales ahead of the biggest rail strike in 30 years.

ScotRail's new timetable, which will see almost 700 fewer train services a day, begins on Monday as the deadlock over driver pay continues.

A rush hour train service between Manchester and Macclesfield has been axed leading to fears of overcrowding for commuters.

Avanti West Coast service cancellation causes £800 price hike for commuters.