The railways were nationalised under the 1947 Transport Act and managed by “British Railways”. Back in the 1950s, the railway had a poor reputation. As one survey respondent described, the railway was ...

The British Railways Lion over Wheel crest used in the 1950s. The British Railways Lion over Wheel crest used in the 1950s. Credit: Roger Bamber / Alamy Stock Photo A quarter of a century on, the ...

The 1950s and 1960s were a challenging time for the railways and the decisions made then are still felt today. ... Richard Beeching was appointed to British Railways in order to improve fortunes.

The railways were nationalised under the 1947 Transport Act and managed by “British Railways”. Back in the 1950s, the railway had a poor reputation. As one survey respondent described, ...