"We have taken account of all the evidence and feedback, and we have given Network Rail and Avanti the go-ahead to arrange for the 7am service to continue running with passengers,"
"On the basis of the information we have, we believe the running of this 7am service could have a negative impact on reliability and punctuality of services on the West Coast Main Line, but we recognise its importance and popularity and will support its continued operation,"
"We are delighted that the Office of Rail and Road has given us permission to reinstate the 07:00 Manchester to Euston weekday service in our December timetable,"
"The original decision would have had a detrimental impact on customers who use this train and this development is a welcome boost for those who want to take advantage of a sub two-hour service between two of the UK's major cities."
The regulator initially supported a timetable change that would have turned the 07:00 Avanti West Coast service into a staff-only run to free a firebreak slot on the West Coast Main Line. Network Rail argued that running the train empty would make it easier to delay or reroute and improve overall line performance. After receiving feedback, the regulator reversed the change and authorised the service to continue carrying passengers from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston, a sub-two-hour journey operating four days a week. The ORR warned the service could negatively affect punctuality but acknowledged its popularity and importance. Avanti welcomed the reinstatement, saying the original decision would have harmed customers.
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