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RailStrategy
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- Tube & Rail · London
Great British Railways considers public ownership of new trains
Great British Railways is exploring public ownership for new trains, a move that could save money compared to the current leasing model. Rail operators spent £2.7 billion on leases last year, with rolling stock companies reporting significant profit margins.
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Tube & Rail · All LondonDfT outlines 30-year rail strategy framework
The Department for Transport has published a high-level framework for a 30-year rail strategy, focusing on economic growth and sustainability. Great British Railways will be responsible for creating specific plans and funding packages, with an emphasis on local commissioning and smaller interventions before major infrastructure projects.
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