18.1    The meeting received a presentation from Nick Carson and Andrew Bound from Network Rail, in which they gave a background to the work that Network Rail was doing with regard to rail crossings.

18.2    In response to a query members were assured that there was no “grand plan” to close all crossings and that each case was taken on its merits.

18.3    Members made the following points: -

·         Concern was raised over provision of self-closing gates and the positioning of gates for equestrians use. A Member advised that the BHS have a very good advisory leaflet on provision at level crossings

·         Could anything be installed which gives users an indication of when the next train is coming

18.4    The Outdoor Partnership Manager asked what the scale of the problem was in Shropshire.  Members were informed that there were no major concerns in Shropshire

18.5    The Chair thanked Mr Carson and Mr Bound for attending the meeting and answering questions