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#railway

The new footbridge will restore vital access for pedestrians across the rail network, following a serious incident that led to the closure of the previous bridge.

I'm delighted that we've been able to open our latest Access for All scheme at Shortlands which will provide step-free access to those in wheelchairs, or with pushchairs or heavy luggage to be able to reach their trains. 'We want our railway to be as inclusive as possible and Access for All is opening up travel by rail to more and more people.

Officers attended and were engaging with the man before he fell from a height onto a railway line, despite the best efforts of paramedics.