UK relationships after nationalisation: it’s complicated

Chiltern Railways trains at London Marylebone
Chiltern Railways trains at London Marylebone station Image Chiltern Railways media centre

Nationalisation of Britain’s railways is coming down the tracks. Britain’s new government, formed by the left-wing Labour Party after the 4 July general election, has committed to nationalising the railways in Great Britain. However, the meaning of nationalisation, and the reasons behind the move, are contemporary to the twenty-first century demands on the railway network. This will be very different to the periods of government-directed control experienced over the past century.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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UK relationships after nationalisation: it’s complicated | RailTech.com

UK relationships after nationalisation: it’s complicated

Chiltern Railways trains at London Marylebone
Chiltern Railways trains at London Marylebone station Image Chiltern Railways media centre

Nationalisation of Britain’s railways is coming down the tracks. Britain’s new government, formed by the left-wing Labour Party after the 4 July general election, has committed to nationalising the railways in Great Britain. However, the meaning of nationalisation, and the reasons behind the move, are contemporary to the twenty-first century demands on the railway network. This will be very different to the periods of government-directed control experienced over the past century.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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