The UK government is examining whether new trains should be bought and publicly owned rather than leased as part of its developing rail strategy.
GOV.UK said the approach could help improve reliability, connectivity and the long-term economics of the railway.
The proposal focuses on the ownership and financing of rolling stock, an area where private leasing companies have historically played a major role.
The government is continuing work on the Great British Railways model.
Source: GOV.UK. Published September 30, 2026.
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