Rail chiefs finally cave in on danger crossing safety measures

19th July 2019
Crescent road crossing

Safety campaigners are rejoicing after Network Rail finally said they will secure a dangerous level crossing.

Darcy Iverson-Berkeley launched a viral campaign after his sister died at the crossing.
Now Network Rail day they plan to make the crossing safer.

A Network Rail spokesperson said: “The safety of all level crossing users at Crescent Road in Birkdale is our priority.

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“We are in the early stages of planning to replace the signalling for trains in the area and this includes the installation of full barriers at this level crossing in future.

“In the meantime, we have installed vehicle enforcement cameras to discourage level crossing misuse. Road users and pedestrians alike are reminded they must never cross when the warning lights and sirens are in use.”