Author: Paul Shannon
Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing
Format: Hardback
Pages: 96
In 1990 the BR network was still state-owned, but by the end of the decade Britain’s railways had been privatised, the first Class 66s had been delivered, and many of the traditional classes had been withdrawn in part or in whole. However, the privatised railway allowed for the growth of competition, particularly in the charter and freight businesses, resulting in the appearance of myriad new liveries and operators, many offering a second career to life-expired ex-BR diesel locomotives.
In this book the author builds upon his previous work Blue Diesel Days, to provide a vivid pictorial record of the diesel scene on Britain’s railways during the decade that saw the most significant changes to the nation’s railway industry for more than 50 years. Catering for the demands of the growing band of dedicated diesel enthusiasts, this is a lively and informative read.