TransPennine Express is delighted to welcome Sergeant Steve O’Callagan who has been a police officer for 18 years, to the vital role, of helping the rail operator with its everyday running and special operations.

The new British Transport Police Liaison Officer will support the rail network, keeping it as safe as possible for both customers and staff.

The first 13 years of Steve’s career saw him work with the Derbyshire Constabulary before making a move to British Transport Police based in Sheffield which is also his home town.

Sergeant O’Callaghan said: “I’m really looking forward to getting out and about across the network and getting to know the different routes and stations.

“I’m keen to begin building relationships with my new colleagues at TPE and the communities they serve, alongside using previous policing experience to continue to enhance the relationship between TPE and BTP.”

“I have worked within a number of police departments and specialist roles, including the safer neighbourhood policing teams, so have experience in community engagement and partnership roles.

“I have a real passion for partnership work and already have a few initiatives in the pipeline that I’m excited to lead.

“But, more than anything, I enjoy working with people and will spend a lot of time out and about on the network as part of my role. If you see me while you’re travelling, feel free to say hi.”

Kathryn O’Brien, Customer Service and Operations Director at TransPennine Express said: “We’re really happy to have Steve on board with TPE and can’t wait to work with him to develop new ways of keeping our customers and colleagues even safer when travelling with TPE.

“Steve’s arrival is part of a long-standing partnership we have with BTP and underlines the industry’s commitment to delivering the best possible travel experience for everyone who relies on rail.”