The RailStaff Awards 2024

Nominations for Rail Person of the Year

Paul Hirst

Said the following about Allison Massey:

“Allison was a roster clerk at Grainbank offices in Doncaster and was and still is a popular worker and a hard working and cheerful individual well liked and highly thought of by all who know her.

She had planned to get married earlier this year when she fell ill and was diagnosed with an inopereable brain tumour this was a great shock to her and her husband to be as there had been no warning

She continued to attend work untill she had to begin therapy and she eventually tied the knot with her intended she also continued to come into work and even though her physical appearance has dramatically altered her will and passion for the job has not

She continues to come in to partake of her rostering duties when shes able and shes a true heroine and a shining example to us all

I saw her just yesterday and i felt truly emotional seeing her do the work she loves under such trying circumstances

She really has gone beyond all that is expected of any employee and truly deserves recognition for this customer service and going the extra mile.

The future holds no long term promises to this woman and that she still comes in to work to help in any way she can in whats a pretty thankless role is exceptional“