Wednesday 13 Aug 2014
Railway safety reminder as trains to begin running again between Harlech and Pwllheli
- Region & Route:
- | Wales & Western: Wales & Borders
- | Wales & Western
Network Rail is reminding people of the risks of trespassing on the railway, as the Cambrian line between Harlech and Pwllheli reopens to engineering trains from Monday 18 August, followed shortly by passenger services.
The reopening of the line follows the successful rebuilding of Pont Briwet over the Afon Dwyryd near Llandecwyn. Major repairs to the Cambrian line were also needed following severe storm damage in December 2013.
Nick Chrzanowski, community safety manager at Network Rail, said: “Local people have been extremely patient while this vital work has been carried out at Pont Briwet, however we know that some people have been taking shortcuts across the railway while it has been closed.
“Trespass on the railway or misuse of level crossings is extremely dangerous as well as being a serious criminal offence. We want everyone to stay safe and stay off the tracks and would ask for local people’s help in passing on this message, especially to young people.”
Notes to editors
There are a range of safety resources available from the rail industry, via the Rail Life campaign website and tumblr feed (www.rail-life.co.uk) or via www.networkrail.co.uk/safety, which include safety education resources and information on safe use of level crossings.
For any further information or assistance, please feel free to contact Nick Chrzanowski, community safety manager (Wales) at Nick.Chrzanowski@networkrail.co.uk.
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