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Burnham speech: Avanti nationalised and £50m Euston upgrade announced
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Andy Burnham's speech has drawn attention alongside rail announcements affecting the North West. The government confirmed Avanti West Coast will be nationalised within months, and Euston station is to receive a £50m upgrade. The moves affect services on the West Coast Main Line, a key route between London, Manchester and Glasgow, and follow sustained criticism of Avanti's performance and reliability from passengers and regional leaders.
Why now: Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has been a prominent critic of Avanti West Coast, and the nationalisation and Euston funding news closely tied to his remarks.
Andy BurnhamAvanti West CoastEuston stationLondon Evening Standard
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- Burnham’s performance was slick, emotional… and entirely predictable · The Telegraph
- Euston to get £50m upgrade as Avanti West Coast to be nationalised within months · London Evening Standard
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