Two trains stopped after security alert

Two trains travelling between Belfast and Dublin have been stopped due to a security alert on the line.

Two trains travelling between Belfast and Dublin have been stopped due to a security alert on the line.

The trains are stuck between Dundalk and Newry. A spokesperson for Irish Rail told ireland.comthat they are waiting for the RUC to clear the lines before allowing the trains to proceed.

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