BTPA is the independent body responsible for ensuring an efficient and effective police force for rail operators, their staff and passengers. Its duties and functions are similar to those of the Scottish Police Authority or a police and crime commissioner in England and Wales, but it oversees a force that is responsible for policing a much wider area – the railways of Great Britain.

Ron Barclay-Smith Chair

Hugh Ind Chief Executive

Why the BTPA is supporting Boardroom Apprentice

We are keen to host a boardroom apprentice for the first time and this is supported by our Chair and Chief Executive.

Location of Board and Committee Meetings

Tend to be London and in person

Frequency and timing of board/committee meetings

Quarterly and take place during the day and Monday – Friday.

Date of Board Meetings (January – December 2025)

Proposed dates for 2025 are 30 January (board development), 20 March, 29 March (board development), 26 June, 2 October and 18 December

Committee of the Boards and meeting dates (January - December 2025)

Various

Security checks

Police vetting

Payment of travel expenses

Yes