RFG Press Comment on Establishment of Shadow Great British Railways

Commenting on Government’s announcement on the establishment of Shadow Great British Railways, RFG Director General Maggie Simpson OBE said: “The establishment of Shadow Great British Railways marks an important step in rail reform, and we welcome the commitment to rail freight in the Government’s statement. This includes measures to deliver improvements for freight users, a statutory duty to promote rail freight and a growth target to be set by the Secretary of State.

"Businesses across the UK that use rail freight as an essential part of their supply chains will welcome this assurance. In particular, freight users need certainty that there will be long-term capacity guaranteed on the network for freight, at an affordable price, and that private sector investment will be encouraged in support of growth."