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1st February 2014 | Your Views
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Norman Sullivan, NottinghamYes please, we can run it better and cheaper with 1st class service.
Tony Mayer, SwindonAs franchises end, give to a reformed British Rail as was done with the N E line only to be undone by the Coalition.
Christine Cooney, ChippenhamGive people the incentive to ditch their cars and be more environmentally friendly.
Thomas Freegard, SwindonPublic ownership is the only way to ensure investment in the future, lower fares, more staff and a railway that works for everyone.
Barrie Anderson, WareI’m sure a re-nationalised railway would be better value for the taxpayer. Cut out all the overpaid lawyers writing unnecessary contracts between too many businesses.
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