We are Britain's rail growth partners
and we represent Britain’s Independent Rail Retailers
About Independent Rail Retailers
Independent Rail Retailers is a membership and advocacy organisation representing nearly all the major retailers to sell train tickets for Great British Rail. We play a vital role in driving revenue for the rail industry by investing in technology, offering more affordable tickets, and implementing effective marketing strategies.
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Insights on Fares, Ticketing and Retail at the RIA Annual Conference
Anthony Smith, Chair at Independent Rail Retailers hosted the Ticketing panel at the annual Railway Industry Association conference, bringing together Mark Plowright, Divya Prashanth, Martin Howell and Stewart Fox-Mills from across the rail sector to discuss the future of fares, ticketing, and retail.
Independent Rail Retailer’s response to the Autumn Budget 2024
“Now more than ever, passengers are seeking the best value for their money. Here at Independent Rail Retailers, our members work to make travel more affordable and convenient.”
Putting train ticketing on the right track
“IRR members are passionate about making it simpler for customers to choose to travel by rail, and helping the industry fill empty seats”.
Read Rail Director magazine’s interview with Anthony Smith, Chair of IRR, as he discusses the vital role that independent retailers must play in the future of rail ticketing, and his own immediate priorities for the year ahead.