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John Elledge
Author, journalist and self-described train nerd known for writing about transport and British infrastructure, here discussing the Great British Railways reforms.
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Dec 9, 2025
• 30min
Going deep on the new nationalised trains
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John Elledge, an author and self-described train nerd, delves into Labour's nationalisation of rail through the Great British Railways reforms. He discusses the new Union Jack livery and the unified ticketing system. Elledge explains the limitations of nationalisation, the complexities of rail costs, and why managing demand through pricing is crucial to avoid overcrowding. The duo also highlights HS2's real goal of enhancing train capacity and tackles the importance of integrating train services for a better passenger experience.
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