The Assembly Member for Montgomeryshire has met with Network Rail to discuss a range of issues regarding rail safety on the Cambrian railway line.
Russell George, Assembly Member for Montgomeryshire, has again met with Network Rail following on-going safety concerns from farmers and landowners who move their livestock across the railway.
Following the meeting, held at Mr George's Newtown office this month, he said:
“Whilst I’m delighted that hourly rail services between Aberystwyth and Shrewsbury have begun, the additional services have posed a safety issue for farmers needing to move their livestock safely across the track within a restricted time slot. This is an issue which I have raised with Network Rail several times over recent years.
“The meeting with Network Rail was fairly productive and they have agreed to review the national standards of fence wiring, ensuring that fences are well maintained. They have also agreed to look at the issue of livestock safety and will look at each crossing on its merits to see whether stock holding pens would be a viable option, in association with landowners.
“Network Rail were also keen to close as many unused level crossings as possible to improve safety and the punctuality of trains.
“I would be happy for any farmer or landowner, who would like to meet with Network Rail to discuss specific concerns, to contact me directly.”