2012-09-14 — /travelprnews.com/ — A FirstGroup spokesman said:
“We are pleased that the Secretary of State for Transport has confirmed that the Government intends to proceed with the award of the InterCity West Coast franchise to FirstGroup.
Our focus is to ensure a smooth transition with continuity for staff and passengers alike. With that in mind, we are getting on with preparations to start the new franchise on 9 December so that we can deliver the many benefits and improvements that are planned without delay or disruption.”
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