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I have to say, I agree with most of what you said. Most of the time the CV will pretty much repeat the same information thats in the application form except less specific to that particular application. Because a lot of the time a CV won't give the employer any information they won't get...

Thats interesting. So maybe an application form is all thats needed then. I have to admit, I much prefer application forms myself, that way you can give the company exactly the information they want. Anyone else have similar experiences with these companies?

Confused about this. Most applications seem to be done purely by filling in an application form but some companies also give you the option to attach a CV to your application. East Coast give this option and their FAQ page seems to suggest it is just an option but if I was applying to them I...

Thanks for reply. I thought that would be the case but as the letter didn't specify a point of departure I wanted to make sure it didn't just mean on the line down to Southampton.

I'm attending an assessment day for a Ticket Office job with South West Trains on Monday. I know it will involve sitting a test (have been completing the practice ones for the last week or so) but just wondered if anyone could give me an idea what the rest of the assessment will comprise of...

Thanks for the reply. I actually thought it might be for off peak only, a little bit surprised to discover its the reverse. That would definitely limit its use on long distance services. However I did a little quick check on a journey planner and when used in conjunction with free EMT travel...

I understand employees of South West Trains get free travel on SWT and EMT but was wondering if they also get discounted travel on other TOCs? I know that several other TOCs give their employees discounted travel with other operators but haven't been able to tell if this is standard practice...