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Deaths at level crossings

Level crossings are considered the greatest potential cause of catastrophes on the railways.

HM Railway Inspectorate says public misuse is a major factor, and it wants level crossings phased out.

The biggest causes of collisions are errors and deliberate actions, such as zig-zagging around barriers, by motorists.

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