Residents in Burscough, Lancashire are being invited by Network Rail to have a say in the plans to change 2 level crossings in the town.

The level crossings, Shaws on Sutch Lane, and Crabtree on Crabtree Lane will be closed to vehicles under the proposals.

The plans include realigning the paths at the crossings so that pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders would spend less time on the crossings.

A 6-week period of consultation is set to begin on the 15th February and will include online briefings, a recording of proposals and details on how to share your views with Network Rail.

Full details on the proposals for the level crossings in Burscough can be found over on the Network Rail website.

Karla Telford, sponsor at Network Rail said: “The changes we’re proposing to Shaws and Crabtree level crossings in Burscough will help to reduce the time users spend on the tracks when they cross the railway.”

“This will improve safety for everyone and reduce the risk that level crossings present to passengers and crossing users.”

“People are able to comment on our plans from 15 February to 28 March by visiting: www.networkrail.co.uk/shaws-and-crabtree-crossings.”

Rosie Cooper, MP for West Lancashire, said: “I would encourage all local residents to participate in this consultation and make their views known to Network Rail. Safety has to come first, and these are options which are being considered to reduce the risk to pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles in my constituency although this may be inconvenient to some”

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