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What Are the Railways For?

As the government prepares a major reorganisation of Britain's railways, Daniel Brittain asks what are they for.

As the government prepares a major reorganisation of Britain's railways, Daniel Brittain asks what are they for. It's a question which has been ignored in previous reorganisations - which typically take place after a crisis or a disaster. So Daniel travels to Greater Manchester, meeting people on trains, people who want to be on trains, and those who run the railways, to understand how the rail industry has changed, and what its place in Britain's society, economy and culture might be in the future.

Producer: Giles Edwards.

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28 minutes

Last on

Wed 31 May 2023 11:00

Broadcasts

  • Mon 29 May 2023 20:00
  • Wed 31 May 2023 11:00