Train strikes will resume on Tuesday and passengers are advised to travel only if absolutely necessary.
Members of the UK's largest rail union have rejected a pay offer from Network Rail, which means strike action will go ahead as planned on Tuesday.
Union members who work for Network Rail as well as for 14 train companies will stage walkouts this week, firstly on Tuesday and Wednesday and then on Friday 16 December and Saturday 17 December. Along with the pay rises, Network Rail offered its staff other benefits including discounted rail travel for family and friends.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said the vote, which saw an 83% turnout, represented a "huge rejection" of Network Rail's offer.
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