A c2c line is blocked during this evening's rush hour after a train fault in south Essex.

Due to a train fault at Purfleet station, the line towards Fenchurch Street is blocked this evening.

Train services running across the whole c2c network may be revised, delayed or cancelled until 6.45pm, the c2c website says.

Anyone whose journey has been disrupted by more than 15 minutes may be entitled to cash compensation. Visit c2c-online.co.uk/help-feedback/delay-repay for information on how to claim