Following concerns expressed by residents recently I have written today to Network Rail regarding reports of damage to properties near to the Hartlepool to Sunderland coastal rail line.
I have received complaints of ground tremors as well as damage caused potentially by certain types of rail freight using the track. I have asked that someone from Network Rail contact me and perhaps meet with me and residents to listen their concerns and take measures to allay their fears.
I have reproduced below the letter sent to Network Rail:
Dear ......
Re: Freight transport and structural problems:
I have been contacted by residents and a business in the immediate
vicinity of the East Durham coast rail line between Sunderland and Hartlepool
regarding reports of tremors and structural damage caused to their properties.
From their reports it is possible that these issues may be caused by specific
types of freight transport on the nearby rail track.
In addition I have previously reported structural damage to a
footbridge crossing the track in this area. This may be related to the same
problems as those experienced by residents nearby.
I would be grateful if you would arrange for someone from your
organisation to contact me to discuss this matter further and, if appropriate,
meet with me and residents in order to address their concerns.
Yours......
Cllr Rob Crute
Blackhall Division
Durham County Council
Please contact me in the usual way if you have any similar experiences or concerns.
