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Paignton went like this towards the end of last year, around the time the first class refit was occurring. Even acquired benches on platform 1, for some inexplicable reason. Probably something to do with quantum.
The lapsed ITT for the intended 2013 franchise had it transferring to SWT, with the other two stations on the route:
Bidders should be aware that the Franchisee is currently in discussions with Stagecoach South West Trains regarding the potential transfer of Station Facility Ownership of Dean, Mottisfont & Dunbridge and Romsey stations to Stagecoach South Western Trains Limited. No Great Western franchise trains currently call at Dean or Mottisfont & Dunbridge stations. This change should be assumed to have taken place before franchise commencement. https://www.gov.uk/government/uploa...hment_data/file/3596/invitation-to-tender.pdf