The Truth About First Great Western

The decision by RMT members on First Great Western’s routes to take industrial action later this month is the very last thing the company or...

It was probably always bound to happen; it was only a matter of time. After weeks of speculation and rumour, First Group this afternoon conf...

This morning’s Times story about overcrowding on First Great Western’s trains will resonate with many passengers. Capacity problems are one...

The nature of the franchising system is probably the primary barrier to the growth of the rail network. The central issue with franchises is...

One thing my blog really isn’t, is a collection of anecdotal tales of my travels around the First Great Western network. This is quite delib...

A few months ago, rumours abounded that Network Rail wanted to play a greater role in the running of the rail network. Suggestions were made...

Holding a position because you genuinely believe something to be true is admirable. Advocating something simply because it will secure you a...