Bermondsey recycling centre fire causes disruption to rail travel

A blaze at a recycling plant in south London caused major rail disruption in the area on Monday, Network Rail has said.

Firefighters brought it under control shortly before midnight and an investigation into its cause has begun, the London Fire Brigade (LFB) said.

About 100 personnel had been called to Landmann Way, Bermondsey, just after 17:30 BST, and used 15 engines and turntable ladders to tackle the flames from above.

Images posted on social media showed large clouds of smoke rising into the air. Residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed.

Rail services in and out of London Bridge, including some by Southeastern and Thameslink, faced disruption, Network Rail said.