🔗 Share this article A New Logo for the UK's National Rail Body is Unveiled. The UK government has presented the visual identity for the new national rail body, constituting a key move in its policy to bring the railways into public ownership. An Patriotic Design and Iconic Emblem The new design features a red, white and blue palette to reflect the UK flag and will be rolled out on locomotives, at railway stations, and across its online presence. Notably, the logo is the recognisable double-arrow logo historically used by the national rail network and first designed in the mid-20th century for the former state operator. The iconic twin-arrow emblem was previously used by British Rail. The Rollout Timeline The introduction of the branding, which was designed by the department, is scheduled to happen in phases. Travellers are set to start seeing the newly-branded services on the national network from the coming spring. In the month of December, the design will be showcased at prominent stations, including London Bridge. The Journey to Public Ownership The proposed law, which will pave the way the formation of Great British Railways, is currently moving through the legislative process. The government has said it is bringing back into public ownership the railways so the system is "owned by the public, operating for the passengers, not for private shareholders." The new body will consolidate the running of train services and infrastructure under one umbrella body. The government has stated it will merge 17 different entities and "cut through the frustrating red tape and accountability gap that continues to plague the railways." App-Based Features and Current Ownership The launch of Great British Railways will also involve a comprehensive mobile application, which will let passengers to check schedules and book journeys absent booking fees. Accessibility users will also be have the option to use the app to arrange support. A concept of what the GBR application could look. Several operators had previously been taken into public control under the former administration, including Southeastern. There are now seven operating companies already in public control, accounting for about a third of journeys. In the last twelve months, c2c have been brought into public ownership, with further franchises anticipated to be added in the coming years. Official and Sector Comments "The new design is not simply a new logo," stated the relevant minister. It signifies "a new railway, casting off the issues of the past and concentrated solely on delivering a reliable passenger-focused service." Rail representatives have welcomed the pledge to enhancing the passenger experience. "We will continue to collaborate with industry partners to ensure a successful transition to Great British Railways," a senior figure noted.