Avanti should have been left on probation. People in Greater Manchester deserve a stable, predictable rail service between here and London and it is simply not acceptable. It is one kick in the teeth after another.
Andy Burnham: “Avanti should have been left on probation. People in Greater Manchester deserve a stable, predictable rail service…”
On the recordAugust 21, 2026
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party
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theguardian.comEditor's note · Context
Criticizing Avanti's rail service performance.
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