THE leader of one of Wales’ largest councils has launched a scathing attack on “poor” rail services in the South Wales Valleys – claiming there aren’t enough train services. In a withering assessment, leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) councilAndrew Morgan warned the area was dogged by “bad transport” and suggested it was a major reason for people leaving the area. ATW has been at the centre of various complaints in recent years from passengers and politicians concerned about the overcrowding on its services, and the state of its carriages Mike Hewitson, head of policy at the independent passenger watchdog Transport Focus, agreed with Coun Morgan’s sentiments. He said: “Passengers using train services on the Valley Lines tell us they are travelling on crowded trains that are often dirty and are well past their sell-by date. Passengers deserve better.” He added that persistent delays were “diminishing the expectations of passengers”, adding: “It’s important that the Wales and borders rail service is one that people can depend on. The next operator must work to rebuild passengers’ trust. “Transport for Wales, Welsh Government and the operator of the Wales and borders rail service must continue to listen to passengers and take action to improve future services.”