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29 RMT helpline 0800 376 3706 :: may/june 2025 :: RMTnews C olin Stewart is an OCS cleaner based at Plymouth station. He is a stalwart of the union, very rarely misses a branch meeting and enjoys a good picket line! He is a huge advocate for cleaners and disability rights. Colin has achieved his 10-year service and the branch applaud him for his dedication. Terry Parmenter is a Train Manager based in Plymouth. He has supported the branch loyally throughout his time and is loved and respected by all his peers. C oventry 1 Branch chairman Shakeel Goulthorp has reported that Raj Joshi, an RMT member for 34 years, has passed away. Raj served as a local rep, health and safety rep, union learning rep, branch activist and recruiter. He worked under British Rail, Virgin Trains and Avanti West Coast as a Team Leader at Coventry railway station who took great pride in his job and made sure the station ran efficiently. “He will be sadly missed by his family and his railway colleagues,” said Shakeel. R MT’s South East Regional Council meeting was hosted by Chiltern Line branch in Aylesbury recently. Outgoing general secretary Mick Lynch presented Ian Punter, with his 50-year badge and commemorative certificate. The regional council also presented Mick with a gift in recognition and gratitude for his service to the union, particularly his time as general secretary. SOUTH EAST REGIONAL COUNCIL IN AYLESBURY COVENTRY FAREWELL PLYMOUTH AWARD