PUTTING LEVEL CROSSING EQUIPMENT TO THE TEST

Friday 17 Mar 2006

PUTTING LEVEL CROSSING EQUIPMENT TO THE TEST

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Passengers using the Boston to Skegness line are set to benefit from fewer delays and more reliable journeys thanks to new signalling equipment at level crossings on the route. Before the new equipment can be brought into use, it must be thoroughly tested by Network Rail’s expert engineers. As this will involve lowering the level crossing barriers more frequently than normal, this may mean minor delays for motorists in the area while the testing takes place. Area General Manager, Graham Botham, said: “This new equipment is great news for passengers in the Boston area. It will reduce delays and improve the reliability of the railway, but it’s essential that we test it fully. We will work to minimise any disruption and ask motorists to be patient if they experience any delays. It’s essential for their own safety and those of rail passengers and staff that they respect level crossings and follow the instructions at all times.” Testing will take place at the following times: Sunday 19 March, 9am to 1pm Grand Sluice Level Crossing (Fydell Street A1137) Sunday 26 March to 6am Monday 27 March Grand Sluice Level Crossing (Fydell Street A1137) Broadfield Lane Level Crossing, Boston Wyberton Level Crossing (Swineshead Road A52) Boston West Street (Sleaford Road A52) Sunday 26 and Monday 27 March between 9am and 3pm Maud Foster Level Crossing (Horncastle Road B1183) Willoughby Road Level Crossing, Boston Pilley’s Lane Level Crossing, Boston

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