“But Great Western are only there to provide a necessary service”, I hear you say. No, Great Western is a private company, with shareholders, and government subsidies. Given that governments don’t actually have any money of their own, it means passengers pay twice – fares and income tax. It’s a lose-lose for everyone. Except Great Western Trains, handed an extra little £200M in 2011-2012 because of the UK economic downturn. Perhaps passengers can’t afford the services? Just an idea! When it’s all about profit, it’s all about providing the legally bare minimum service and screwing over anyone paying for the service. Their investors include some of the largest investment banks in the world. Make no mistake, these folks want money; they do not care about you or me! Or even cats! Terrible! Boo and hiss!
Shut up, customer!
Let’s see what passengers think about their value for money, and how ticket prices reflect service!
@FGW How can Dan Panes justify your fare increases as 'value for money' on the news? FGW service is dreadful and far to expensive #farefail
— Heeeeeid (@TheHeeeeeid) January 2, 2013
Even BBC topical news quiz, Have I Got News For You, understands Great Western Trains!
A trip to the moon could be yours for a billion pounds within a decade, as could a First Great Western season ticket.
— HaveIGotNewsForYou (@haveigotnews) December 7, 2012
Passenger Announcement: "Please be aware that professional thieves are operating from this station". Who could that be @FGW? #fareincrease
— Last Worst Western (@LastWorstWestrn) November 28, 2012
@FGW it's not floods is it – not enough drivers , pumps , rolling stock – no money invested – all £s in ur director / shareholders pockets!
— portinoxdog (@portinoxdog) November 27, 2012
1 hour from Paddington and only in Taplow. Invest some of the profits #fgw I hate you!!
— Steve Ward (@sward4) December 6, 2012
After all the constant engineering work our fares pay for @fgw still can't give us a good service.. Maybe don't raise your fares. #fgwfail
— MASKELL (@willmaskell93) December 6, 2012
Hey @fgw why not have conductors on trains selling tickets – just an idea pic.twitter.com/GWeuaYFn
— Miles Davis (@milesodavis) December 16, 2012
http://twitter.com/zosia91/status/271971071366922243
@FGW Train fare rises. But your trains are always delayed. Think you need to listen to your customers. The service is rubbish & overpriced!
— Rebecca Cole (@rcole196) January 8, 2013
Payed £5.60 for a train ticket today, one train was late and the other was cancelled. You sure are amazing First Great Western.
— Henny Newman (@HennyNewman) January 9, 2013
"you have saved £240 booking online instead of buying at the station on departure" fucking hell first great western you robbing bastards!!
— Clare (@indi_kitty) December 30, 2012
My £4516 renewal gets me this seat #FGW pic.twitter.com/4S3KlYFh
— Michael (@CampoCFC) September 17, 2012
Another day when I set off early and arrive late. Thanks #fgw. At least you only charge £3500 a year. #greattrainrobbery
— Keith Hardie (@keithhardie) December 3, 2012
Another *delightfully* packed service from @FGW. Profit above all else guys, who cares if your service is any good?
— Matt Mower (@sandbags) October 17, 2012
http://twitter.com/jhmillard/status/276760807268814848
Thanks @fgw. Love paying almost £1k per month for a season ticket, only to have to stand for the journey! #valueformoneyfail
— Richard Pope (@VaticanUK) December 5, 2012
@FGW yes Ollie. Nothing unusual with your services. #delays #overcrowding #cancellations are normal service for #fgw
— LastLateWorsten (@SimonHogfress) December 3, 2012
@FGW i suggest you dont put train prices up until you do your fucking job properly! Late everyday and delayed. Sort it out. Your terrible.
— Will Jafrato (@willljafrato) November 29, 2012
Happy new yr from FGW on fare rise day! "@FGW: Good morning. Major disruption on some routes. Please check for updates http://t.co/4bC1XOo8"
— 主 Cornesto (@TC_Cornesto) January 2, 2013
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