Women in Rail and The Railway Benefit Fund are delighted to be joining forces to carry out a survey into the issues facing women returning to work after a period of absence, whether as a result of maternity or care (including adoption) leave.

The survey is the first of its kind and is a very important initiative for the UK railway sector as it aims to help us identify what our industry can do better to support and retain you, its female talent.

It would be fantastic if you were able to take the time to complete it. It should not take more than 15 minutes. It is anonymous and your answers will be treated as strictly confidential.

The survey can be accessed via the link here and consist of 29 questions.

We would be very grateful if you were able to give us your views by 31^st July, so we can analyse the results, draw up some conclusions and action points and report back to the industry in September.

We hope you will agree to support us in this initiative and look forward to hearing from you.

In the meantime, if you have any queries or comments, please do not hesitate to contact either of us.

Once again, thank you in advance for your kind help. It is very much appreciated.