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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@9P29HB410mos10MO
Yes, but on the model of European countries where the parent holding company is owned by the national government.
@9M2MJZS11mos11MO
Yes, but ensure government oversight on ticket prices, service delivery standards and value for service.
@9F55KRN2yrs2Y
Diffecult this one, it was bad enough when under public control, arguably no better now.
The tracks should be nationalised and British rail should be nationalised, but private companies should be allowed to operate as well
@939W4HF3yrs3Y
Only where this makes travel more accessible to the general public
@96TWHM82yrs2Y
It will be bad either way - private or gov run
@96SWGFP2yrs2Y
No, but preferred local suppliers for maintenance
@8TM6C4WConservative4yrs4Y
Private trains, public tracks
@8ZPBRYNLiberal Democrat3yrs3Y
Allow privatisation, but allow licensing to be much more accessible and cheaper so as to increase competitiveness. Also enact firm regulation.
@8Y54TYM3yrs3Y
No, but the railways should be managed by several smaller state corporations to reduce bureaucracy
@8WVSLCJ3yrs3Y
I need more knowledge of this to make up my mind.
@92D8V2X3yrs3Y
Thought it had ready beenprivatised
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