Ambulance service issue statement after train derails in East Sussex

Emergency services are at the scene

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they have been called to the incident near Lewes train station.

British Transport Police are responding along paramedics and fire services.

There are currently a widespread train delays and cancelations across the south coast.

Spokesperson for Network Rail and Southern Rail said the carriages "derailed between Haywards Heath and Lewes."

They are currently working along emergency services, but warned that no trains can run between: Brighton and Lewes, Haywards Heath and Lewes, Seaford/Eastbourne and Lewes.

People are advised to avoid the area, and if already on the tracks, to remain on their trains until further notice.

A statement from the ambulance service read: "South East Coast Ambulance Service is currently responding to reports of an incident near Lewes Railway Station in Sussex.

"We were called shortly before 4pm today and have a number of ambulance resources at the scene, including specialist teams, working alongside our emergency service partners.

"We have no further information to share at this time but will provide updates as soon as possible."

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander said she is "deeply concerned" by the derailment in Lewes in a short statement.

She said: "Deeply concerned of reports of a derailment involving a Southern train in Lewes, Sussex. Grateful to emergency services who are on the scene supporting those impacted. We are working quickly with the rail industry and local partners to assist passengers."