Lauren McQuillan and Victoria Sweeney, Revenue Protection Officers, Southeastern

Lauren was called into action when a colleague sent a jumbled text message saying he thought he’d had a stroke.

After calling 999 and then going straight to his house, Lauren drove him straight to the Accident & Emergency department, arriving before the ambulance.

Thanks to her swift response, medics advised that he would hopefully make a recovery.

Victoria supported Lauren throughout the ordeal, sending her money to buy their colleague essential supplies for his stay in hospital.

The pair then continued to support him, helping him to attend medical appointments and providing everyday necessities for many months.

Steve Clements, Southeastern revenue protection manager, said: “If they hadn’t got to him when they did, his prognosis may not have been good. They saved his life. Their compassion and support during a colleague’s time of need is commendable and is what the railway family is all about.”