UK renationalizes South Western Railway, first step in plan to fully publicize all rail by 2027.

The UK has renationalized South Western Railway, marking the first step in a plan to bring all rail operators under public ownership within two years. The move, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour government, aims to end 30 years of fragmented railway management and could save up to £150 million annually. Two more operators will be nationalized by late 2025, with all contracts set to expire by 2027.