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The administration has disclosed the visual identity for the new national rail body, marking a notable step in its plans to take the railways under nationalisation.

An National Colour Scheme and Historic Logo

The new livery features a patriotic design to represent the national flag and will be rolled out on rolling stock, at stations, and across its online presence.

Notably, the emblem is the iconic twin-arrow logo historically used by the national rail network and first created in the mid-20th century for the former state operator.

The Implementation Timeline

The rollout of the new look, which was designed internally, is set to take place in phases.

Travellers are set to start spotting the freshly-liveried services across the network from the coming spring.

During December, the visuals will be showcased at prominent stations, including Manchester Piccadilly.

The Path to Public Ownership

The legislation, which will allow the formation of Great British Railways, is currently moving through the legislative process.

The administration has said it is bringing back into public ownership the railways so the network is "run by the public, operating for the passengers, not for private shareholders."

The new body will bring the operation of passenger trains and tracks and signals under one umbrella body.

The department has said it will unify 17 various entities and "cut through the problematic red tape and poor accountability that continues to plague the railways."

Digital Services and Existing Ownership

The introduction of GBR will also involve a new app, which will allow customers to check schedules and purchase tickets without additional fees.

Accessibility users will also be have the option to use the app to book support.

A number of franchises had already been taken into public control under the previous administration, including Northern.

There are currently seven operating companies already in public control, covering about a third of rail travel.

In the past year, South Western Railway have been nationalised, with additional operators likely to follow in the coming years.

Official and Industry Reaction

"This is more than a new logo," stated the Transport Secretary. It signifies "a fresh start, shedding the frustrations of the previous system and focused entirely on providing a proper passenger-focused service."

Rail leaders have acknowledged the focus to improving the passenger experience.

"The industry will carry on to collaborate with all stakeholders to support a smooth changeover to GBR," a representative noted.