Claire Rowney, head of corporate partnerships at Cancer Research UK, said: "We're absolutely delighted that the partnership has got off to such a great start. It's testament to the passion and enthusiasm of everyone at Network Rail, who have truly embraced the work of Cancer Research UK and our vision to beat cancer. Our work on the causes and prevention of cancer has saved millions of lives across the world and, by helping us to continue our research, Network Rail is helping us to save many more in the future."

Victoria Pender, group director of government and corporate affairs at Network Rail, said: "Cancer Research UK is a well respected charity that does tremendous work and I am proud that Network Rail will be working with them once again. It's been great to see so many of our people already getting behind this fantastic cause. We have lots of fun and exciting fundraising activities planned throughout the year for our people to get involved with and I know everyone here is keen to get behind the charity to beat cancer and make a real difference to lives across Britain."

Source: Cancer Research UK