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An overview of plans for the East Coast, West Coast and East Midlands rail franchises.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Consultation about the future of rail franchising policy to be released in 2010.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Summarises applicants' clarification questions and DfT responses in 2012 about the Essex Thameside, Great Western and Thameslink franchises.
The government is announcing its plans for the 3 live competitions which were put on hold last October.
OFT closed case: Acquisition by Govia Limited of South Central Rail Franchise.
OFT closed case: Anticipated acquisition by National Express Group plc of the Greater Western franchise
A statement about the refranchising programme and future of our railways.
Announcing companies in the running for the new West Coast Partnership and South Eastern rail franchise.
Announces publication of an InterCity West Coast franchise consultation and a document outlining our current thinking on rail franchising.
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