11. Last Train
Liam Johnston, a Railway Chaplain, talks about his work supporting drivers and families after rail fatalities.
Every 30 hours someone dies on Britain’s railways. Liam Johnston is a Railway Chaplain supporting the drivers and devastated families left behind.
For more information about Liam’s chaplaincy work visit Railway Mission.
Warning: This episode contains references to suicide. For information on organisations offering mental health support please contact:
Samaritans 24/7 crisis helpline: 116 123
Papyrus Helpline for under 35’s: 0800 068 4141
Calm: Campaign Against Living Miserably Helpline: 0800 58 58 58
SOBS: Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide Helpline: 0300 111 5065
Produced by Georgie Vestey and Kate McAll, with original music by John Biddle and sound design by Iain Hunter.
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