British Rail Class 144
The British Rail Class 144 "Pacer" diesel multiple units (DMUs) were built by BREL Derby from 1986 to 1987. A total of 23 units were built, replacing many of the earlier first-generation "Heritage" DMUs.
Under the Disability Discrimination Act drawn up in the mid 1990s, all public transport will need to be accessible by 2019. Pacers are unable to meet this requirement so will have to be withdrawn by the end of 2019.
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