MD Ian McConnell says he’s proud of the franchise’s legacy - including its role in the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Focus now is a “smooth transition” and “outstanding service” under public ownership.

The DfT says there’ll be no change to train services, timetables, stations or ticket validity.

The operator says it’s delivered:

- £1bn investment
- Over 100 new trains
- Stronger performance since 2017

“…available to BCC to further support in this area. This builds on a range of measures we’ve supported the council on to date – including neighbouring authorities providing additional vehicles and crews, and opening household waste centres to B’ham residents.”

“The Labour Government is working far more constructively with us, and following extensive talks, we've agreed that Birmingham has made sufficient progress over the last 12 months to reduce the planned council tax increase.” (2/2)