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Updates on the programme to transfer rail services into public ownership and establish GBR as the body responsible for passenger services and infrastructure.
DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) is the government’s rail owning group and delivery partner for its flagship public ownership programme. DFTO is a public corporation of the Department for Transport .
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which includes Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express, will transfer into public ownership.
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
First Great British Railways‑branded train unveiled as services move into public ownership, with new branding rolling out across England’s rail network.
DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) is the government’s rail owning group and delivery partner for its flagship public ownership programme.
Confirming the transfer of Govia Thameslink Railway's services into public ownership.
The roll-out of the South Western Arterio fleet shows how nationalisation of the railway is transforming passenger journeys.
Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter join the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR).
GTR services are now managed by DfT Operator Ltd (DFTO).
Train operators in public ownership are demonstrating they are putting passengers first, by delivering customer improvements.
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