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Nationally, a central GBR network function will act as the system leader to enable GBR to make whole-system decisions. It will be in charge of determining capacity allocation in the public interest, subject to its duties for even-handedness as set out in the Bill. In line with Ministers’ objectives, the network will set overall railway strategy, standards and policy, ensuring that the network operates as a coherent whole and can deliver wider policy outcomes, including supporting growth, housing and jobs in thriving local communities. This approach will ensure that a consistent joined-up approach can be taken across the railway while keeping day-to-day decisions as close as possible to customers, communities and places through local business units.