Passengers 'stranded' at locked train station
The late-night train was one of several extra services running during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.
Translink apologised after stranded passengers were left on a platform at Newry Train Station for over 45 minutes on Saturday night. Thirty individuals were trapped when the station was locked and no one could exit. One passenger, Anne Greer, expressed safety concerns, as there was no safe way to leave the station. Translink stated they were investigating the incident, and the train crew remained with passengers to ensure their safety.
The train was among several extra late-night services running due to the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, Ireland's largest Irish music and culture festival. The festival, which runs from August 2-9, has seen a surge in passenger demand, with over one million journeys in the first five days. While Translink organized additional services, some passengers reported issues with packed buses and trains. At around 02:00, a worker arrived and opened the doors, allowing passengers to leave the station.
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