Railway Regulation Act 1842 (1842 c 55)

The Act was introduced to improve safety on the rapidly expanding rail network in the United Kingdom. It established requirements for the physical condition of railway tracks and rolling stock, mandated signals at key points, and required regular inspections by government officials. Additionally, it provided powers for the Board of Trade to enforce regulations and implement necessary precautionary measures. By increasing oversight and standardising practices, the Act aimed to reduce accidents and improve public confidence in railway travel, marking a significant step in transport safety regulation.

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Railway Regulation Act 1842 (1842 c 55)

The Act was introduced to improve safety on the rapidly expanding rail network in the United Kingdom. It established requirements for the physical condition of railway tracks and rolling stock, mandated signals at key points, and required regular inspections by government officials. Additionally, it provided powers for the Board of Trade to enforce regulations and implement necessary precautionary measures. By increasing oversight and standardising practices, the Act aimed to reduce accidents and improve public confidence in railway travel, marking a significant step in transport safety regulation.

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