Meet the Govia Thameslink Railway volunteers who are looking out for society’s most vulnerable
A team of caring railway volunteers are doing their bit to help keep people safe at a time when many are at their most vulnerable due to Covid-19.
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From railway control centre, to blue-light emergency ambulance crew volunteer: Tom’s story
For the last three months, a Govia Thameslink Railway worker has been giving up his own time to volunteer as an emergency ambulance crew member after answering a call for help during the pandemic.
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Lip-syncing railway colleagues smash fundraising target for NHS workers
Dozens of Govia Thameslink Railway colleagues have been spreading some cheer by taking part in a fundraising Amarillo lip-syncing music video.
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Railway colleagues clock up the miles in aid of NHS heroes
A team of Govia Thameslink Railway colleagues have cycled, walked and jogged more than 800 miles to raise cash for NHS staff and volunteers caring for Covid-19 patients.
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GTR using 30-day virus killer to further protect passengers and colleagues
Govia Thameslink Railway’s entire fleet of Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express trains, plus stations and staff areas have been treated with a powerful new product which sticks to surfaces, killing viruses for up to 30 days
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Railway colleagues praised for life-saving actions
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Govia Thameslink Railway is shining a light on how caring colleagues go above and beyond to help some of the most vulnerable in their time of need.
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Children’s art brightens bridge and barriers at Bedford station
Thanks to dozens of posters by young local artists, key workers using Bedford station can not only enjoy a brighter journey but can see the children’s heartfelt messages of thanks as they pass through.
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Passengers in Sussex who must travel urged to plan ahead over Late May Bank Holiday weekend
Network Rail have issued the following press release about engineering work affecting Sussex train services over the Bank Holiday Network Rail is reminding passengers to continue following Government advice around the use of public transport, as it prepares to carry out projects over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend to maintain and upgrade the railway to improve future journeys for passengers.
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Done and dusted: Network Rail and GTR complete transformation of Northern City Line
Passengers who need to travel in and out of Moorgate station can now enjoy a smarter, cleaner, brighter route thanks to a six-month programme of track renewal, station redecoration and intense cleaning through the Northern City Line tunnels and stations.
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Passengers who must travel on Midland Main Line urged to plan ahead this Bank Holiday weekend as Network Rail carries out vital track upgrades
Network Rail has issued the following press release about the impact of engineering work on Bank Holiday weekend train services: Network Rail is urging passengers who must travel on the Midland Main Line this Bank Holiday weekend to check before travelling as vital work to upgrade the track between Kentish Town and Radlett takes place.
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Rail staff band together with uplifting song to praise key workers and raise money for NHS
Two Southern conductors and a train driver at Eastbourne have banded together to produce their own version of a classic song - re-written to show support for the NHS and key workers
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Timetables to change from 17 May – please check before travelling
Following the latest Government guidance for passengers on how to travel safely, Govia Thameslink Railway will be running a different Southern, Thameslink and Great Northern timetable from Sunday 17 May
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75th VE Day anniversary celebrated with special 1940s-style performance
An alternative VE Day celebration has been created this year in lieu of special events at railway stations.
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Sussex family go the extra mile (or 26) to support bowel cancer charity
A Sussex family has undertaken a huge fundraising drive by running a full marathon in their own garden.
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Passengers in Sussex are advised to only travel if necessary, over Early May Bank Holiday weekend
Network Rail has issued the following press release about engineering work over the Bank Holiday weekend: Network Rail is advising passengers to continue following Government advice and only use public transport if they need to. Vital engineering work will affect train services between Three Bridges and Brighton/Lewes this weekend.
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Great Northern’s Debbie braves the shave for mental health charity Mind
A member of staff at Great Northern’s Stevenage station has kissed goodbye to her shoulder-length locks all in the name of a charity close to her heart.
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Southern station staff show appreciation for NHS
Barnham railway station is awash with rainbows as a thank you to NHS staff, carers and key workers.
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Herts and Beds children challenged to get creative during lockdown
Youngsters are being challenged to get creative during lockdown by taking part in train-themed art and writing competitions.
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Southern Rail’s partnership offers pedal power to NHS key workers
Southern Rail is working with specialist cycle repair company Handlebars to give free bikes to NHS key workers.
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Thameslink and Luton Council launch ‘Bikes for Bedfordshire Health Heroes’
Thirty key workers at Bedfordshire hospitals could soon be travelling to work on free bicycles, thanks to a partnership between Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) and Luton Borough Council.
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