The contribution the transport sector to help the UK battle through the coronavirus crisis must be rewarded by the government. This was argued by the outspoken secretary general of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT), Mick Cash. In his opinion, plans for recovery and a greener economy must include a commitment to developing the rail freight sector. The uncompromising union leader says there needs to be a defined strategy to safeguard the country’s future and the future of the rail freight sector.