Open access

A legal view by Jason Chamberlain, Partner, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

News Editor David Stubbings and Industry Editor Richard Wilcock share their thoughts on the latest DfT feedback.

The government has been sending mixed messages over its support for open access. Christian Wolmar looks at where this leaves the investing operators.

Editor Dickon Ross on RAIL's coverage of the emerging role of open access in Great British Railways that could reshape the future of TOCs after nationalisation.

An order for new trains at Newton Aycliffe is welcome, but Philip Haigh asks where are the ambitions for new stock with low floors for accessibility.

Our anonymous columnist looks at the wider implications of the open access order that staves off the threat of lay-offs at Hitachi.

The new operator, now granted track access, is seeking funding. Our Industry Insider on what happens next.

Philip Haigh on new Transport Secretary Louise Haigh’s debut appearance before the House of Commons Transport Select Committee.