Private train firms should be 'embraced' for lower fares, report claims

Lumo’s fares are often one third to half the price of other operators -

“Embracing” private train companies under the Government’s nationalisation policy will result in lower fares and better connections for passengers, according to a report.

Open access routes – which are operated by private companies – mean locations receive services that would “otherwise require taxpayer subsidies”, Transport giant FirstGroup said.