Update - The circuit remains down due to failed repair attempts on previous permitted maintenance windows from Network Rail. We will provide a further update when we receive one from the connectivity provider.
To reiterate the current impact of this incident to UKServers customers is: slightly higher latency for traffic that would otherwise usually ingress/egress though Manchester - as peering in the Manchester PoP is shutdown as a precaution.
Nov 24, 2025 - 10:14 GMT
Update - Unfortunately the repairs proved unsuccessful. The connectivity provider will carry out their alternative repair plan, however this relies on permitted access from Network Rail and is scheduled for 00:01 - 07:59 on 23rd November UTC.
Nov 22, 2025 - 21:08 GMT
Update - The latest update from the connectivity provider is that their fibre team are presently carrying out repairs and service should be restored within the next few hours.
Nov 22, 2025 - 01:20 GMT
Update - The latest update from the connectivity provider is that their fibre team are presently carrying out repairs.
Nov 21, 2025 - 19:41 GMT
Update - The connectivity provider has confirmed a fibre break and have dispatched repair teams. No ETA at this time but resolution expected within the next few hours.
Nov 21, 2025 - 16:38 GMT
Identified - The connectivity provider has "identified Transport services impacted in Birmingham, United Kingdom" and expect to provide a further update within the next 2 hours.
Nov 21, 2025 - 14:10 GMT
Investigating - One of our core connectivity wavelengths to Manchester is unexpectedly down.
Customers with services directly in Manchester should be considered at risk at present.
We have engaged the third-party connectivity partner and will provide further updates when we receive further information from them.
Nov 21, 2025 - 13:39 GMT