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GTR services transferred to public ownership

• Summary: GTR rail services are now run by a government-owned company called DfT Operator Ltd (DFTO) instead of a private operator.

  Why it matters: This means the government has direct control over how these train services are managed and operated.

  Who is affected: Passengers who use GTR train services, which operate routes across southern England.

  What happens next: The services will continue to run under the new public ownership arrangement. Further details about any changes to services have not been announced yet.

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