Anglia’s journey to Great British Railways, level crossing safety and keeping trains moving

In this episode of Life on Rails, Lucy and Dom explore a major moment for the railway in the east of England, as Jamie Burles, Managing Director of GBR Anglia, joins them to discuss the new leadership structure bringing together c2c, Greater Anglia and Network Rail Anglia as part of Anglia’s journe…

Modern Railways editor Richard Clinnick, the story of the red hare, and funding for local community projects

In this episode of Life on Rails, Lucy and Dom sit down with Richard Clinnick, Editor of Modern Railways, to explore his 20 year career in the rail industry and his perspective on how the sector has evolved.   They are also joined by David Metherell, Greater Anglia’s Head of Commercial Development,…

Dan from ‘The Right Track’, nailing that job interview and the power of human connection

In this episode of Life on Rails, Lucy and Dom chat with Dan, from ‘The Right Track’, who uses his following to get people excited about the railways.   As well as that, Leon Kong, Greater Anglia’s Head of Data and Innovation stops by to share how the network uses data to continually offer the best…

Tim Dunn, prioritising customer service, and Christmas timetable changes

In this episode of Life on Rails, Lucy and Dom head to London Liverpool Street to meet renowned train historian and railway enthusiast Tim Dunn. Together, they explore the station’s fascinating past and uncover some of Tim’s most memorable railway stories.   They’re also joined by Neil Atkin, Great…

Lord Peter Hendy, Greater Anglia’s transition into public ownership, and Beaulieu Park station

Welcome to Series 3. In the first episode of the brand-new series, Lucy and Dom sit down with Rail Minister, Lord Peter Hendy, to discuss Greater Anglia’s transition into public ownership and what it means for passengers.   In addition, Lucy and Dom bring you a brand new ‘Career Clinic’ segment, wh…

Network Rail Anglia, Summer Fun and How To Get Cheaper Train Tickets

In the final episode of series 2 of Life on Rails, Lucy and Dom welcome special guest, Katie Frost, Route Director at Network Rail Anglia to discuss her role, vision, and what it is like running the UK’s busiest railway station - London Liverpool Street.   GA’s senior marketing manager, Ela Hawran …

Honouring Community, Identity, and Legacy. A Pride special

In this episode of Life On Rails, Lucy and Dom celebrate and pay homage to Pride month. They welcome special guest, Robert George, the co-chair of Norwich Pride and chat to Lee Ivor Smith who is a member of Greater Anglia’s LGBTQ+ network group, Affinity. Alan Neville is Greater Anglia’s Stakehold…

Celebrating women in rail and Greater Anglia's community improvement initiatives

In this episode of Life On Rails, Lucy and Dom celebrate International Women's Day by talking to and championing some brilliant women working in the rail industry.   Bessie Matthews, one of a handful of female freight drivers stops by to talk about her journey into the rail industry and why she wan…

Railway 200, Recruitment at Greater Anglia and Awards for Innovation

In this episode of Life On Rails, Lucy and Dom talk to Alan Hyde of Railway 200 about celebrating the past, present and future of the modern British railway.  Dan Ribbits, Greater Anglia’s Learning and Development Facilitator stops by to talk about recruitment and training programs, and discusses …

New Managing Director, National Rail Awards Win, and How To Find Cheaper Christmas Fares

In this episode of Life On Rails, Lucy and Dom speak to Greater Anglia’s brand new Managing Director, Martin Beable as he settles into life in his new role. Greater Anglia's resident fares guru, Ken Strong, discusses how to find the best value fares whilst travelling on the network this Christmas.…