The discarded chewing gum could also be turned into trainer soles or stationery by firm Gumdrop Ltd.

About 300 tonnes of earth is cleared after spilling on to the track following Storm Bert.

Northern train changes have come into effect, with the firm asking people to "check" their journeys.

Trains have been disrupted along with road and school closures following flooding across the north.

Engineers are working to permanently fix the tracks at Ulverston after melting snow flooded them.

Passengers are warned to expect disruption to Sunday services in December.

Train services from Bramhall are being cancelled leaving residents feeling frustrated and "cut off".

Trains are moving through the Ulverston area at a reduced speed, Network Rail says.