Leeds United footballers join railway safety campaign

Pupils at at a Leeds primary had some extra special classmates as they took part in a session about railway safety.

Leeds United first team footballers Ronaldo Vieria and Kalvin Phillips dropped in to Crossgates Primary organised by Network Rail to chat to the youngsters about the dangers of playing on or near railway lines as one runs alongside the school.

STAY SAFE: Leeds United players Ronaldo Viera and Kalvin Phillips joined Network Rail in spreading the safety message. PIC: Steve Ridingplaceholder image
STAY SAFE: Leeds United players Ronaldo Viera and Kalvin Phillips joined Network Rail in spreading the safety message. PIC: Steve Riding

Officers from British Transport Police and their dogs were also at the safety session which continues with sport and other activities during the summer holidays.

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