US EditionPublicly owned Great British Railways with Derby HQ to be created officially in Parliament
Great British Railways will unify management of UK's rail network with a new app and stronger passenger watchdog, serving passengers, freight customers, and taxpayers.
- On Thursday, November 6 the Railways Bill will be laid in Parliament creating Great British Railways headquartered in Derby to unify passenger services and rail infrastructure.
- Amid persistent fragmentation in the rail network, over 17 organisations currently run the system, and ministers say the Bill aims to tackle delay, dysfunction and rising taxpayer subsidy.
- The Government will publish an Accessibility Roadmap on November 6 with commitments including expanded Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, Welcome Points rollout, staff training and better lift and escalator maintenance.
- Business groups welcomed the UK Railways Bill, with Gratton noting it supports regional voices, and Ken Skates saying, `I very much welcome the introduction of the UK Railways Bill which will improve rail services and deliver a more integrated, accountable, and passenger-focused railway across the UK.`
- Rail unions warn that pay equalisation could push up costs and complicate subsidy savings, while Trainline's 18 million active UK passengers highlight competitive pricing challenges for GBR.
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UK Unveils Groundbreaking Railways Bill to Transform National Rail Network and Enhance Passenger Experience
The United Kingdom government has unveiled a groundbreaking Railways Bill aimed at revolutionizing the nation’s rail network and significantly enhancing the passenger experience. Announced today, the ambitious legislation promises sweeping reforms designed to modernize infrastructure, improve service reliability, and introduce innovative technologies across the railway system. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction…
The UK government will introduce the Rail Bill to Parliament on 5 November 2025, which will create Great British Railways (GBR) – a new public company that will bring together the management of passenger services and rail infrastructure. This historic legislation will transform Britain’s railways, paving the way for a simpler, more reliable network that puts passengers before profits. “The introduction of this bill is a significant step towards …
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