🔗 Share this article The Fresh Logo for the UK's National Rail Body is Uncovered. The Transport Department has revealed the visual identity for Great British Railways, marking a key stride in its strategy to bring the railways back into state hands. An National Colour Scheme and Iconic Emblem The fresh design features a Union Flag-inspired design to reflect the UK flag and will be used on locomotives, at terminals, and across its website and app. Notably, the logo is the recognisable double-arrow logo presently used by the national rail network and originally created in the 1960s for British Rail. The iconic twin-arrow symbol was previously used by the state-owned British Rail. The Rollout Plan The implementation of the branding, which was designed by the department, is set to take place gradually. Commuters are scheduled to begin spotting the newly-branded services on the UK rail network from spring next year. Throughout December, the design will be exhibited at prominent railway stations, like London Bridge. A Journey to Nationalisation The Railways Bill, which will allow the creation of Great British Railways, is presently moving through the House of Commons. The government has argued it is bringing back into public ownership the railways so the network is "owned by the public, working for the people, not for profit." The new body will unify the running of passenger trains and infrastructure under a unified structure. The government has said it will combine seventeen various bodies and "reduce the problematic administrative hurdles and accountability gap that continues to plague the railways." Digital Services and Existing Public Control The rollout of Great British Railways will also feature a comprehensive mobile application, which will enable customers to check train times and purchase tickets free from booking fees. Disabled travellers will also be have the option to use the application to arrange help. A concept of how the Great British Railways application might appear. Several operators had already been nationalised under the outgoing administration, such as Northern. There are currently 7 operating companies already in state ownership, accounting for about a third of rail travel. In the past year, South Western Railway have been nationalised, with additional operators expected to be added in the coming years. Official and Industry Response "The new design is not simply a new logo," stated the Transport Secretary. It symbolises "a new railway, leaving behind the issues of the previous system and focused completely on offering a reliable passenger-focused service." Industry representatives have acknowledged the pledge to bettering the passenger experience. "The industry will continue to work closely with relevant bodies to ensure a seamless transition to Great British Railways," a senior figure said.