DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) is tasked with unifying train operators under public ownership as part of the establishment of Great British Railways (GBR), following the Royal Assent of the Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Bill 2024.

UK · 2026-09-20

1. Step 1 · The triggerRoyal Assent of the Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Bill 2024 removes the legal barrier to public ownership of UK passenger rail.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onDfT Operator Limited is tasked with unifying major train operators under public ownership, consolidating procurement and operations.
3. Step 3 · Reaches youSMEs supplying or contracting with these operators face new public-sector procurement, compliance, and payment terms as competitive franchising recedes.

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