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Andy Burnham: “Avanti should have been left on probation. People in Greater Manchester deserve a stable, predictable rail service…”

On the recordAugust 21, 2026
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.
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party

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Criticizing Avanti's rail service performance.

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