Escaped highland cows cause rush-hour delays

Train operator ScotRail initially tweeted about "reports of a couple of Highland Cows on the railway line at Busby" at 8.48am.

However, at least one of the animals, described as an "absolute unit," was spotted on the tracks at Pollokshaws West, which is on the same line and near Pollok Country Park.

In a series of tweets, ScotRail said: "We've had reports of a couple of Highland Cows on the railway line at #Busby. We think they're on the run from Pollok Park... We'll get them moooooved as soon as we can. Thanks for your patience.

"Absolute unit spotted on the track at Pollokshaws West. Sorry if you're being delayed due to this.

The cow, described as an 'absolute unit', narrowly avoided trains in both directions

"@NetworkRailScot track staff on their way to attempt to encourage these coos to mooove back to the park."

The firm also said at the time: "Services are being disrupted into Glasgow Central High Level at the moment due to several line issues across the Network."

The cows were finally rescued, thanks to the help of Glasgow City Council workers, and the lines re-opened. 

ScotRail added: "Cattle now in a place of safety, clear of the railway, so we'll be able to get trains back on the move."