Yes, they do make sense. Reduced usage doesn't really count against keeping it open - for two reasons really. Firstly it was still popular and well used until Network Rail unlawfully padlocked the gates, and secondly - the closure request was under s118/119A Highways Act - 'for public safety'...
Reduced usage - therefore fewer 'train/pedestrian interactions'
Better sightlines (vegetation removal)
Better signage/gates
Solar lights showing the crossing at night
A Stop Line.
And this is why we have public inquiries. I know some posters have queries why stuff is just being rehashed / gone over again - but the point is to get to the bottom of what people were thinking when they made decisions, so that recommendations about future actions can be made.
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