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  1. ANorthernGuard

    Northern Staff (of all grades wearing Xmas Jumpers)

    Just to prove that some of us (yes some) do have a sense of humour a lot of us will be wearing xmas jumpers/hats etc etc with do MD's blessing so if you get pestered by a few different Santas, Elfs or reindeers my apologies. And even though I am a little Early I would like to wish everyone...
  2. ANorthernGuard

    Northern Rail Drivers Strike

    This has just been announced Northern Rail Strike Ballot Result YES 82.2% NO 17.8% Return 82% Strike dates announced Fri 21/11 & Thu 27/11 Further dates to be advised. High Turnout and High Yes vote
  3. ANorthernGuard

    Keep Safety Critical Guards on Trains ePetition

    I just want to ask a favour! Could all those that believe in keeping Safety Critical guards (Like Myself) on trains please sign this ePetition http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/66647 I don't want this to turn into the age old debate I am just asking that people who do want to keep...
  4. ANorthernGuard

    Drunken Chav on a Train

    WARNING EXTREME SWEARING! Welcome to our civilised society! auiYBtx-Vxw Or on Facebook Warning lots of swearing and a violent female Chav certainly an eye opener! Go the youtube group Spotted: on the train unbelievable!
  5. ANorthernGuard

    Hope everyone has a Happy and Prosperous here at RailUK

    As I am off to get absolutely hammered aka having a few drinks with my mates and being a mature responsible adult for the next 8 or 9 hours or so :twisted: may I wish all my friends, foes, nemesis' and general RailUK users a very safe, Happy and Prosperous new year Best Wishes ANG
  6. ANorthernGuard

    He ain't heavy, he's my Brother

    I'm not the sentimental type or anything like that usually but may I suggest you spare a couple of quid each for this brilliant tune and cause, I was 14 when this tragedy was played out on our T.V. screens and will always leave a lasting impression, maybe just maybe the funds that this song can...
  7. ANorthernGuard

    Around the world in 80 days (1989)

    Just watched this Documentary and as a lot of the journeys he makes are by rail, I was shocked that even almost 25 years ago (almost) every other countries trains (internally) looked more moderm than we have now (Pacers were only 4/5 years old when this was made. 25 years later are we still so...
  8. ANorthernGuard

    RMT suspends strike action

    First Transpennine Express Industrial Action RMT suspends action by First Transpennine conductors and station staff after improved pay offer STRIKE ACTION by more than 350 RMT conductors and station staff grades at First Transpennine Express has been suspended after the company tabled a...
  9. ANorthernGuard

    Old Railway Maps

    is there anyone who could direct me to a site that has old railway maps (circa 1900 of around Manchester (Piccadilly area) and also the South Coast Line, I find them fascinating but had no luck on searches, cheers
  10. ANorthernGuard

    Best Food & Drink at Stations or very Near By

    as the thread about onboard catering is going down well how about pubs etc.either on or close to stations that are great to call into while travelling or on a pub crawl. My first suggestion is a famous old Classic Stalybridge buffet bar, great for real ale drinkers and the memorabilia...
  11. ANorthernGuard

    Train Punctuality Needs Review, says Passenger Focus

    Just seen this on BBC News http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-12358860 I understand the need of punctuality (of course I do), but the timetable is set out for catch up times in numerous places, with wheelchairs/bikes/High volume of passengers alot of services will "lose" a few mins between same...
  12. ANorthernGuard

    Severe Weather in UK

    Now we have all heard about how bad the UK is doing regarding the weather etc. Rail/Road/Airports BUT just a thought The Weather boffins are predicting this may end up being the coldest Winter for over 100 Years, now we all feel that planning could be better etc. BUT As say in the North West...

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