Train Operating Companies and Great British Railways

Train operating companies have been moving into public ownership ahead of the creation of Great British Railways (GBR).

For TSSA members, not every part of that transition will happen in the same way or at the same time. We will keep you updated as arrangements develop and explain what they mean for you and your workplace.

The creation of Great British Railways (GBR) will involve further changes as passenger operations and rail infrastructure are brought together within the new organisation.

Some of the detail about how individual operators, functions and employees will move into the new structure is still developing. TSSA will provide further information as arrangements are confirmed.

The transition to GBR may raise questions about where you work within the new organisation, whether your role or team will change, and what happens to your existing employment arrangements.

It may also raise questions about jobs, pay and conditions, pensions, travel facilities and how employees will move into the new organisation.

TSSA will provide information as decisions are made and explain what developments mean for Network Rail members.

Changes to railway organisations can raise questions about what happens to your employment and existing terms and conditions.

TSSA has guidance for members on TUPE, including information about transfers, consultation and your rights at work.

Passenger train operators have been transferring into public ownership ahead of the creation of Great British Railways.

You can view the existing transition information and timetable for background on this process.

Find answers to common questions about GBR, the transition and what it could mean for TSSA members.