RAIL operator Northern will work more closely with Network Rail in a bid to provide passengers with a better train service.
The two organisations have made a joint commitment which includes resolving operational issues impacting on services as quickly and safely as possible.
Network Rail owns and maintains the railway across Britain while Northern is the region’s biggest train operator, running 2,500 trains daily across the North.
It is also hoped the “alliance” will deliver more cost-effective ways of working.
Alex Hynes, managing director for Northern, said: “This agreement will transform our working relationship with Network Rail.
“We’re already working closely with them on a variety of projects throughout the North of England, projects which when delivered will make a huge difference for our customers.”
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