I wasn't sure where to put this question, so apologies if this post is in the wrong sub-forum.
Forgive me for sounding like a simpleton, but with the number of rail passengers at record highs, how come there is a major shortage of rolling stock on the network? I realise that each franchise has their own specific issues such as delays in manufacturing, but surely the ToC's/Gov can see the numbers and plan ahead to build sufficient stock?
It would be interesting to read the reasons/hypothesises that folk who are more knowledgeable on the subject.
Cheers
Forgive me for sounding like a simpleton, but with the number of rail passengers at record highs, how come there is a major shortage of rolling stock on the network? I realise that each franchise has their own specific issues such as delays in manufacturing, but surely the ToC's/Gov can see the numbers and plan ahead to build sufficient stock?
It would be interesting to read the reasons/hypothesises that folk who are more knowledgeable on the subject.
Cheers