Currently UK trains are operated by private franchises and the tracks are operated by the government. Proponents argue that the system would run more efficiently if the tracks and trains were operated by private entities. Opponents of privatization claim that a single government train system would end the disruptions caused by the fractured franchise system.
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@9L879JS12mos12MO
no eventually we should replace the rail with hyperloop stack tubes
this can allow logistical superiorly over other nations and would be GREEN af because it would be faster than flying
eventually i would like to see it replace EUROSTAR as again slot pod drone transport could replace all of it eventually,.
@98WCVNW2yrs2Y
This should be privatised but the uk government should have at least a 33% stake in each company, and only nationalise those that fail to a fixed time of 5 years
@96JK6WS2yrs2Y
No, the nature of railways makes them natural monopolies that cannot be privatised fairly.
@96G5ZJZLiberal Democrat2yrs2Y
Yes, Infrastructure is a national resource
@954D5KH3yrs3Y
yes, but should be cheaper
@8SDF5J2Liberal Democrat4yrs4Y
Have better aligned and clearer incentives for train and tracker operators with clear accountability
@8PN42W34yrs4Y
No, but improve the services we already have and reopen old railway lines such as the one to Abingdon.
@9866KWG2yrs2Y
No, and abolish the market economy
@97C2RDV2yrs2Y
No. But it should be set up as a NfP organisation with a golden share owned by the State
@92BVFZ43yrs3Y
Only if the service gets better
@92PS3443yrs3Y
Yes, and reduce regulations to allow more private railways to be built
@92LTJDP3yrs3Y
@8TVB3D34yrs4Y
If privatisation is required, it should be very stringently regulated and controlled.
@8SMD6YF4yrs4Y
Yes as long as the service provided is superior to public ownership
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