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Avanti West Coast train services to be nationalised from March 2026

The UK government has announced that Avanti West Coast train services will be nationalised starting in March 2026. This decision is part of a plan to improve rail infrastructure and passenger experiences, following ongoing concerns about the company's performance. The transition to public ownership will involve collaboration between Avanti's management and the government.

Companies
Avanti West Coast FirstGroup Trenitalia Great Western Railway Great Anglia
People
Heidi Alexander Andy Burnham Andy Mellors

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The UK government has announced that Avanti West Coast train services will be nationalised starting in March 2026. This decision is part of a plan to improve rail infrastructure and passenger experiences, following ongoing concerns about the company's performance. The transition to public ownership will involve collaboration between Avanti's management and the government.

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