A woman from St Albans is delighted to be the first Govia Thameslink Railway commuter to have won the value of her season ticket.

Winning back £3,500, Civil Servant, Sarah Tyrrell had entered GTR’s competition for Key Smartcard season ticket holders to win back the value of their ticket.

The competition, which is held monthly, is open to any Key Smartcard season ticket holders across GTR’s Thameslink, Great Northern and Southern brands.

Passengers can register for a Key Smartcard online at Thameslink, Great Northern or Southern websites – greatnorthernrail.com, thameslinkrailway.com or southernrailway.com.

What did the officials have to say?

Sarah, who commutes into London, is now looking forward to splashing out on a holiday to the Caribbean for herself and boyfriend Jimmy. She said:

“Having a Key Smartcard is easier to find than a paper ticket and it’s better for the environment because it lasts longer and doesn’t get damaged. It’s great to win – it’s really exciting!”

Govia Thameslink Railway’s Chief Operating Officer Steve White said:

“Congratulations to Key Smartcard user Sarah on her win. Key Smartcards are a great alternative to paper tickets; they are quicker and easier to use, more secure, and any Delay Repay claims are generated automatically.”

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