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Personally I wouldn't rely on them saying yes for reasons already stated. You would be gambling with luck and be better off taking food that doesn't rely on the use of a microwave before it can be eaten.

The only way I can see integration of this kind happening is by nationalising our transport system and running it on a not for profit basis which at present seems highly unlikely!

I'm not excusing his behaviour (if true) though I always think bus drivers get a bad deal compared to most other drivers, they face a lot more distraction from things like this that are out of their control

I echo this sentiment! Getting anxious!

Couldn't tell you that but that was the last one as far as I'm aware and I would be surprised if we are informed of the outcome any later than Monday by which time the CBIs from Friday will have been scored and fed back to EMT

There was another assessment day yesterday (Friday)

So you are saying just give them an apology even if they might be making false accusations just because it is "what is expected by the public." Where is the integrity in that? If, after investigation the claims are found to be legitimate then offer an unreserved apology, compensate accordingly...

The word is that there are 8 jobs at each depot

Just point it out to the guard and he'll write something on the ticket to validate it.

You would actually save money splitting your ticket at Peterborough

East Midlands Trains have a few, The Master Cutler, The Sheffield Continental, The Robin Hood. Those are the ones I can think of of the top of my head, there may be more.

In my experience Virgin always tell you when you've been unsuccessful, usually by email, so if you've not heard anything yet there's still a chance you might be invited to a selection event.

The purpose of the interview is to determine your suitability for the role, not your suitability for a specific TOC, if that helps.

http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/service_disruptions/indicator.html Keep an eye on this if you can, there's nothing at the moment to suggest flooding is expected to cause disruption in the draycott area when services resume in a few hours

Can anyone shed any light as to the specific time trains these trolleys are on?

Go for it! At the very least it shows willing and could help your application stand out.

Would hardly call that a satisfactory reply I'd rather wait a bit longer and have my concerns addressed properly than be fobbed off like that!

Is it common for people employed on these fixed term contracts to become permanent employees of virgin trains or not?

Personally I don't think how one dresses when travelling in first class matters so much these days. As it has been pointed out the train isn't necessarily the occasion, it's a means of getting to the occasion. As long as basic hygiene standards are met and one acts in a civilised manner and is...

Thank you all for your help and quick replies, link to ATOC website especially useful.