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A PERSON has been hit by a train between Oxford and Didcot Parkway.

Great Western Railway earlier this morning said all lines were blocked and train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed.

This was expected until 8.30am but was an update at 8.15am said it was cleared.

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The rail company said all lines were now open and there were no delays.

It comes just days after a person died after being hit by a train near Didcot.