Weaver Vale MP^▸ (Member of Parliament) Mike Amesbury said: “Transport for Wales is now saying its hourly train service between Chester and Liverpool via Helsby and Frodsham will be reinstated in December after all – having previously said that was no longer possible.

“It’s only happening because passengers, North Cheshire Rail Users Group and I kicked up a fuss. In fact, I raised people’s frustrations with chief executive James Price at a meeting in parliament over the summer.

“I do hope on this occasion it does come to pass given the number of false dawns.

“In addition, I’m still receiving complaints about the reliability of the service in terms of delays and cancellations. I will continue to hold the train operator’s feet to the fire to ensure the best outcome for my constituents.”