The North East Area Council prides itself on being an active part of the CIRO, with regular events, comprising of a mixture of guest lectures and outdoor visits. We have an exciting programme planned for the year ahead, we are keen to see events directly link into the modules being studied as part of the education courses offered by the IRO, which will help support students in their studies. If you are a student in our area, we would welcome you at our events, or if you wish to have a chat about your studies, please get in touch.
We also actively participate in the CIRO mentor programme and if this is of interest to you, please get in touch and we will set this up for you. Remember, it’s your institution, make sure you get the most out of it!
The best way to achieve an outstanding rail service across the North East is together. Joining the CIRO North East Area Council is a great way to make those connections, to expand our network of rail operators who can share their expertise and innovative ideas for our sector. Enquire about becoming a member and help us to further the rail industry in our area.
If you wish to contact us, please send an email to northeast@railwayoperators.co.uk
Jason Wade – Chairman
Paul Daly – Secretary
Jim Dedicoat – Treasurer
Mark Glenister – Events Officer
Adrian Caffrey – Membership Development Officer
Paul Snowden – Communications Officer
David Court – Council Support Officer
Phil Thickett – Council Support Officer
Olivia Mouter – Council Support Officer
Emma Logan – Council Support Officer
Please Note: These events are subject to change, but offer a rough guide of events.
British Transport Police: Policing the Railway
Tuesday 6th December 2922 at 17:00
In person at LNER Talent Academy in York and online via Microsoft Teams
Full details to follow soon.
North East Area Christmas Social and Quiz
Wednesday 14th December 2022 at 17:00
Windmill Pub, York
Full details to follow soon.
Manchester Recovery Task Force
Thursday 19th January 2023 at 17:00
In person at LNER Talent Academy in York and online via Microsoft Teams
Full details to follow.
The History and Development of Signalling
Thursday 16th February 2022 at 17:00
In person at LNER Talent Academy in York and online via Microsoft Teams
Full details to follow.
GBR Transition Team
March 2023 at 17:00 (TBC)
In person at LNER Talent Academy in York and online via Microsoft Teams
Full details to follow.
Visit to the Hidden Areas of Leeds Station
April 2023 (TBC)
In person at Leeds Station
Full details to follow.
Nexus Metro Control Room and Maintenance Depot Visit
In person at the Learning Centre in South Shields, Newcastle
Thursday 11th May 2023 at 10:30 (TBC)
Full details to follow.
Family Day at the Wensleydale Railway
In person at Leeming Bar
Saturday 3rd June 2023 (TBC)
Full details to follow.
A Visit to the Hitachi IEP Depot
In person at Doncaster Carr
July 2023 (TBC)
Full details to follow.
Seven Bridge Jn Signal Box Visit
In person in Shrewsbury
August 2023 (TBC)
Full details to follow.
