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Public Works Act 1981

Railways

172: Right of way on joint railway and common bridges

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“This old rule about using bridges for both trains and cars no longer exists”

This law was about who had the right to use bridges that were shared between railways and regular roads. However, it’s important for you to know that this rule no longer exists. It was removed from the law on 1 April 1993. This means that if you’re looking for information about using shared bridges today, you’ll need to check the current rules, as they might be different from what this old law used to say.

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Part 13 Railways

172Right of way on joint railway and common bridges (Repealed)

    Notes
    • Section 172: repealed, on , by section 28(1) of the Railway Safety and Corridor Management Act 1992 (1992 No 111).