The RailStaff Awards 2024

Nominations for Samaritans Lifesaver Award

Joanne Hegarty

Said the following about Alison Sweeney and Natalie Wilshire - **HAS LEFT**:

“I would like to nominate Alison & Natalie who dealt with a very difficult situation, but with their quick thinking & fast acting they were able to prevent a potential suicide by a young girl who had been acting suspiciously. Alison knew instinctively that something wasn't right & shouted up Natalie for assistance. Alison ran towards the end the train was approaching & alerted the driver to slow down while Natalie ran towards the girl shouting to get back from the edge of the platform and got to her in time. Alison then spent over an hour with the young girl who it turned out had some personal problems in her life. Alison is an amazing Team leader & I can't ever praise her or say how much the team love & respect her enough & Natalie showing that all the team are in it together & her bravery & quick thinking of both ladies. When I heard what the ladies had done it made me feel so proud. The whole team are so proud of your actions. You both deserve the Samaritans Lifesaver Award.“