The UK government confirmed that Avanti West Coast rail franchise will be nationalised on 7 March 2027. The move follows years of performance issues and aligns with plans for Great British Railways.
A person was struck by a Lakeshore West GO train west of Exhibition Station before 6 a.m. on September 25, 2026, leading to significant train delays. Metrolinx recommends TTC use for affected stations as investigations continue.
The UK government will nationalize Avanti West Coast rail services between London and Scotland effective March 2027. The move responds to chronic operational failures and aims to improve service reliability by reinvesting fees previously paid to private shareholders.