Calls for TransPennine Express contract extension to be abolished as cancellations 'fail passengers' in the north
Calls have been made to abolish the contact extension for TransPennine Express as service cancellations have 'failed passengers' in the north of England.
First Group's contract to run the service expires on 28th May, but there are suggestions that the Government is preparing to offer the company a contract extension. In a joint statement, the Mayors said: “We understand that a decision is imminent on the contract for TransPennine Express. We are concerned by suggestions that First Group may be awarded a contract extension and cannot see how this can possibly be justified given the ongoing cancellations and poor service being provided.
“Restoring overtime working for drivers at TPE will in turn, if implemented and used in the same way as before, significantly accelerate training and reduce cancellations within days of the overtime deal being enacted, which is exactly what our customers need.” The full letter, signed by Mayors Tracy Brabin, Andy Burnham, Steve Rotheram, Jamie Driscoll and Oliver Coppard read:"As you know, the current contract to operate TransPennine Express ends in just over five weeks on 28th May, but as yet there is no indication from government on your decision for next steps for this failing service.
"We note your letter to Lord McLoughlin and are heartened that you agree that the performance of TransPennine Express has been unacceptable.
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