By bizn_fun 
Greater Anglia’s managing director Martin Beable said the move was an “exciting opportunity” to build on its success.
“By working more closely with the wider family of publicly owned operators, we can share expertise, drive innovation, and deliver even better journeys for our passengers across the Anglia region,” he added.
“This transition also brings us one step closer to Great British Railways – a simpler, more unified network that puts passengers at its heart.
“Together, we can create a railway that drives growth, sustainability, and pride for the communities we serve and right across the UK.”
Greater Anglia joins c2c, Northern, TransPennine Express, Southeastern, LNER and South Western Railway, which are currently operated by DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) on behalf of the government.
West Midlands Trains services will transfer back to the state on 1 February, followed by Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) on 31 May, with Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railways services expected to follow, the DfT said.