UK Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has announced measures to improve running of the Southern network. Transport Secretary Chris Grayling confirmed a package of measures including a £20 million fund (€23.7 million) and the appointment of one of Britain’s most experienced rail industry figures to help get the service back running as it should.
Chris Gibb will head a new project board, working with the train operator, the Department for Transport and Network Rail, to explore how to achieve a rapid improvement to services for the public. The board will oversee the £20 million fund and closer working between GTR and Network Rail to improve performance for Southern customers.
A passenger representative will also be included on this review board to ensure commuters’ views are heard and improvements properly reflect passenger demands. The project board will present this plan in the autumn and actions will be implemented as soon as possible.
The fund will tackle problems on the line placing more rapid response teams on the franchise, accelerating the replacement of worn track, and hiring extra staff at key stations including East Croydon and Gatwick to make sure trains get away on time.
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