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Better journeys for passengers on the West Coast Main Line
New contract will bring £35 million worth of passenger benefits, including 5,500 extra standard-class seats per day.
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Safe and dependable transport is essential to UK society and the economy. The government is working to make rail, road, air and water transport more efficient and effective, keep them safe and secure, and reduce greenhouse gas and other emissions.
New contract will bring £35 million worth of passenger benefits, including 5,500 extra standard-class seats per day.
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