Security alert on Dublin to Belfast railway line

The Dublin to Belfast railway line has been closed between Dundalk and Newry due to a security alert north of the Border.

The Dublin to Belfast railway line has been closed between Dundalk and Newry due to a security alert north of the Border.

The British army is said to be searching the line for suspect devices.

Passengers are being transferred by bus between the two towns. No other details are available at present.

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