Avanti West Coast main line to be nationalised

Avanti West Coast train services will be nationalised from March next year, the government has announced.

"For years, we've heard stories of Avanti underperforming, with passengers left paying the price. Enough is enough," Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said.

The move is part of a government plan to improve rail infrastructure, cut train delays and improve experiences for passengers.

Avanti West Coast's contract was due to come to an end on 7 March.

In a post on social media, Prime Minister…