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Train named after former England boss Graham Taylor unveiled in Watford

A train named after ex England manager Graham Taylor has been unveiled.

The West Coast service will call at Watford Junction, Aston, Wolverhampton and Wembley Central.

The London Midland Class 350 model was unveiled by Taylor's widow Rita, at Watford Junction.

The firm said it was in "recognition of a man who made such a lasting mark on the sport across the country". Taylor died in January of a suspected heart attack, aged 72.

The train's unit number is 350377, recognising the year 1977 when Taylor first joined Watford.

'Fitting tribute'

Head of West Coast services Steve Helfet said: "We can't really think of a better way to mark the passing of a great man than naming one of our newest trains after him.