PTEs want more control

摘要

Welcoming the publication of the command paper and its associated consultation document on devolving decision-making on passenger services in England (pi), on May 8 PTE Group Chair Geoff lnskip said: 'we are very pleased that the Secretary of State has recognised that devolution of powers over rail services can bring real benefits to passengers'. 'As we have seen in Merseyside and London, rail devolution can lead to more investment, more reliable services, and networks that better reflect the needs of local economies', he said.