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Bridge collapse caused derailment (BBC News)

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Old 3rd February 2010, 12:41
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Bridge collapse caused derailment (BBC News)

The collapse of a rail bridge due to structural weaknesses is blamed for causing a freight train derailment in Ayrshire last year.

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Old 3rd February 2010, 22:27
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Shocking. I am surprised that it hasn't had more coverage
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Old 3rd February 2010, 22:33
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Shocking. I am surprised that it hasn't had more coverage
Yep it sure is a bad one.

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Old 4th February 2010, 17:21
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Is there something wrong with the network in Scotland?

How many incidents have there been over the last year or so?
This bridge collapse.
Numerous level crossing incidents in the far north.
Carrbridge
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I wouldn't speak to soon Ploughman yes it is very bad .

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