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I am curious to know why Grand Central Trains stable there empty stock at Pelaw Goods Loop twice a day at 1210 and 1710hrs. Is there a reason for this. Many thanks

I was wondering if anyone could comment and/or advise on any information that you could provide regarding the plans for rolling stock to be rolled out across the Northern network. It is to my understanding that the main hubs of Yorkshire and Lancashire are acquiring these new DMU's and EMU's...

http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/tyne-wear-metro-catalogue-errors-10463568 Living in the North East, I am beginning to think DB's priorities lie else where other then the Tyne & Wear Metro. So far this year there seems to be a number of failings from Lack of Drivers, Train...

I am looking for some information regarding what companies require pass or enhanced when conducting your trainee train drivers assessments. Particularly looking at TOCS/FOCS in the North of England. Northern require a Pass TPE require a Enhanced XC....? Virgin...? T&W Metro...? Many...

I am new to the railways, bear with me... Major delays by up to 70 mins tonight between Hexham and Carlisle due to Safety checks. Is this normal or a PR phrase for something a little more sinister.

I am in the early stages of looking into the whole signalling system covered by Northern Rail out of Newcastle. I am looking for information from what signal boxes cover what signals and if they are semaphore or light systems. I understand Tyneside cover upto south of Sunderland where RG take...

Could anyone provide me any information or links regarding the Train Managers assessments for Cross Country, does this include interview or will that be the next stage after the assessments.

Out of interest does anyone work as a Depot Driver for Northern Rail. Many Thanks in advance

Are there any Cross country Train Managers or employees that use this forum that can provide any advise and guidance with a query I have. I am looking for some advice and information regarding the current recruitment advertised Many thanks in advance. --- old post above --- --- new post below...

Could any one help with a link for some information regarding the signalling system used for the Tyne & Wear Metro

I have heard rumors that the T&WM might be closing their depot at Gosforth and moving to the Heaton T&RSMD in Newcastle. Reality or ambition which will never get of the ground.

I am looking for some information regarding the role of a depot driver, ie shifts, pay rolling stock that might be required to work on and if its a good stepping stone to be a driver in the future for that TOC in question

It is to my understanding that there are a number of companies that offer a Trainee train Driver assessment one day course, most notably How2become. This to help candidates prepare and get a understanding on how assessment days are conducted and what to expect when successful for a number of...

Trying to do some research on signalling and safety systems. I havee been led to believe that the Tyne and Wear Metro do not use AWS and TPWS but share Network Rail lines between Pelaw and Sunderland. Is there a reason for this or am i miss informed.

Good afternoon guys, I am currently carrying out some research regarding the building that prohibited passengers in the leading vehicles of trains. When the class 43's and class 91's were built obviously they have no accommodation to hold passengers during travel. It is to my understanding that...

Looking for some advice regarding Part time roles within the rail industry and how it might work. I currently work full time at the moment but I have applied for a part time job as a customer assistant at my local railway station. If I am successful in my interview and assessment I am curious if...

I have recently served in the Armed forces and I am looking to break into the Rail industry as an engineer, I have no qualifications at present but looking to undertake some if necessary. My question is, if anyone can help is how could I break into the industry as a fitter or track maintenance...

I am having a debate with someone at home regarding what constitutes as a qualified driver, I have asked this question before so I am looking for someone in the know who can put this too bed. Can london underground, Tyne & Wear drivers, Glasgow subway and other metro systems in the uk, are there...

Need some information regarding the assessments if anyone on here is in the know lol. I am lead to believe the Trainee train driver applicants will be sitting the new tests at Doncaster if successful in the interview stage. That means no mechanical comprehension, is this correct and if you have...

I conducted an assessment for the role of a trainee train driver at the beginning of the year and got to the last test, unfortunately I failed the last test before the MMI stage. I am looking to undergo another assessment but do I have to retake all the tests again or just what you failed?