Recent content by Ray90

I could never remember which shortcode was for each of the Luton stations when I worked in the ticket office! Luckily usually the customer wanted a ticket to include the shuttle bus, for which the NLC was "3667".

Some people (estate agents come to mind) referring to London Overground as 'Ginger Line'. This one annoys me the most by far. Locals around Colchester - I've heard 'North Station' too, and although it's not the official name now, it is useful in conveying that the station isn't very near the...

I am indeed. 9-5 Monday-Friday sort of thing? Are you starting too?

Does anyone know the average times in the classroom and for how many weeks, at ARL? Sorry if this has been posted elsewhere. I've seen the answer for other TOCs but not this one :s I'm starting next week, and although they mentioned it in my interview I've forgotten what they said!

Thanks for the responses. I guess it just is what it is! I wanted to plan a little adventure London - Paris - Barcelona - Madrid - Bilbao but it's just not financially viable this time. Might save that idea for Germany. Decided to take flights to and from Spain paid for with airmiles. Internal...

I'm looking to book Paris to Barcelona with an FIP/International coupon however when I enquired via bookmyrst I was quoted £94.00 per passenger in 2nd class. Does this sound right? I had a look via trainline/loco2 and I could book the journey for less without the FIP. I also asked if I can split...

Yes I also got the same email.

I'm general purpose relief. Not sure how the "resident" type staff rosters work out. In general I believe rosters operate on a fortnightly basis. My actual roster changes weekly depending on what I have to cover, with 2 set rest days per week. I work minimum 7 hours per day, maximum 12 hours per...

I'm in that sort of job, for the same company. Been applying for driver roles for just as long. Depending on your age and experience I think the job earns pretty well, when compared to other "customer service" jobs. For one you are paid a salary, not an hourly wage. The job will also pay off in...

Right got you. Thanks!

Are you advising SE drivers to nominate other depots, or TL people waiting? I'm one of those people waiting for TL, the wait has been long!

Excellent news 8-)

I think you're being harsh. The OP said they are a woman, and what qualifies as smart has a lot more ambiguity. I didn't wear a tie or blazer to my interview and I passed. I agree this could be sticky though, for the benefit of everyone heading for an interview.

How did it go?

Not yet, though Trudy advised me to call back in April, when she should have more info/news. I'll call back then.