Latest Great British Railways News
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MoU Aims to Deliver Improvements Across Welsh Rail Network Under GBR
The UK government has published an agreement with Welsh ministers that aims to set out new ways of working under Great British Railways.
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UK: DFTO Appoints Non-Executive Directors in Preparation for GBR Transition
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter have been appointed as non-executive directors to the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board.
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What’s Next for the Office of Rail & Road?
The Office of Rail & Road is set to have its regulatory powers reduced as a result of the birth of Great British Railways.
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UK: Government to Streamline Delay Repay Process
New Government plans aim to simplify the delay repay process, streamlining the overall claim system for delayed trains.
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Rail Fares Frozen Across England in 30 Year First
Rail fares across England have been frozen by the Government in an effort to both aid with the cost of living and support economic growth.
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MPs Seek Clarity on Rail Reforms and Political Control of Great British Railways
MPs have called on the Government to provide details on rail reform and to limit political micromanagement for Great British Railways.
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IN PICTURES: LNER Unveils New Class 897 'Serenza' Trains
LNER has provided a first look at its brand-new fleet of 10 intercity trains, which officially carries the name Serenza.
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London Northwestern and West Midlands Railway Come Under Public Ownership
From this Sunday, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway will join the growing list of operators owned by the public.
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Rail Freight Group Appeals to Government to Amend Railways Bill
The Rail Freight Group has called on the Government to amend the Railways Bill 2025 in order to protect independent appeals for freight.
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New Chairs of Network Rail & DFTO Appointed
A set of two new rail leaders have been appointed to oversee the United Kingdom's railway as the industry prepares for the launch of GBR.
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Great British Railways: Reform at Last, or Uncertainty by Design?
Accountability and certainty remain contested in the Railways Bill's plan for reform and the creation of Great British Railways.
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Discounts Now Live on Millions of Rail Fares Across the UK
The Great British Rail Sale has officially returned, with more than three million fares now receiving discounts on journeys across the UK.
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UK: DfT Operator Appoints Chief Information Officer
Mark Robinson has officially been appointed as the inaugural Chief Information Officer (CIO) of DfT Operator (DFTO).
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UK: Great British Rail Sale Offers Discounted Train Fares
The Great British Rail Sale will return next week, offering discounts on more than three million train tickets across the UK.
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UK Government Calls for Evidence on Railways Bill
The Government has called on those with relevant experience or a special interest in the Railways Bill to submit their views in writing.
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Great British Railways Branding Officially Revealed
The Department for Transport (DfT) has officially unveiled the all-new branding for Great British Railways (GBR).
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DfT Appoints Alex Hynes as New CEO of Department for Transport Operator Limited
The DfT has announced the appointment of Alex Hynes as new Chief Executive of the Department for Transport Operator Limited (DFTO).
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ORR Expands on Future Responsibilities Alongside Introduction of GBR
The Office of Rail and Road has expanded on its role within the creation and officiating of GBR during a meeting at Parliament this morning.
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Great British Railways Advances with Landmark Railways Bill
The UK government is introducing legislation to create Great British Railways (GBR), a new publicly owned organisation.
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Greater Anglia to Transfer to Public Ownership on 12 October
Greater Anglia is the third train operating company to be taken into public ownership under a new government act on 12 October 2025.
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DfT Reveals Next Three Companies to Transfer to Public Ownership
Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains and Govia Thameslink Railway services will all transfer into public ownership by the end of May 2026.
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New CPS Report Warns of Potential Risks with Great British Railways
A new CPS report has warned of Great British Railways' potential to 'morph into the ghost of British Rail'.
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c2c to Come Into Public Ownership This Sunday
This coming Sunday will see c2c's rail services come under public ownership, the second transition of its kind to be completed in the UK.
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Network Rail CEO Andrew Haines to Retire in October 2025
Sir Andrew Haines, Chief Executive of Network Rail, has announced his decision to retire from the company in October 2025.