Trains running through Orpington are being delayed this evening because of a signalling fault.

Thameslink services are being affected and National Rail say disruption will last until 7pm.

A statement read: "A fault with the signalling system at Orpington is causing disruption to Thameslink services at the station.

"Trains may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until 7pm."

Thameslink is reporting that its services are being delayed by up to 60 minutes and passengers have been told to expect cancellations.

They advised commuters that tickets are being accepted on some bus routes and Southeastern services.