Harrow Chronicle: Govia Thameslink Railway launches a rail safety campaign with Diane Morgan, warning UK train passengers of platform risks and preventable injuries at stations.

UK passengers are being warned about everyday risks at train stations. Rushing for trains, blocking doors and carrying large luggage on escalators are among the habits causing concern. Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is raising awareness through a new safety campaign fronted by comedian Diane Morgan. GTR, the UK’s largest train operator, estimates that these common behaviours result in 800 preventable injuries across its network each year. READ MORE Some of the best secret London playgrounds parents love without the crowds FIRST UK professional Padel tournament set for London this summer London Underground's shortest tube line with just two stations A video titled Travel Safe with Diane Morgan has been released to highlight the dangers. In the film, Ms Morgan is shown about to make familiar mistakes before being humourously interrupted. She said: "As has been well publicised, I have always been a strong advocate for rail safety. "Unlike some of my comedy contemporaries, who would love to see passengers fall down stairs or get their head trapped in the closing doors, I have always made it quite clear that rail safety is my number one priority. "These short films are the culmination of my life’s work. "Enjoy them." Recent research by GTR reveals gaps in public awareness. Almost one third of passengers admit their "inner voice" tempts them to take risks, while 32 per cent did not realise running for a train was unsafe. A further 27 per cent were unaware of the dangers posed by taking heavy luggage or buggies on escalators. There is also a disconnect between what people admit to and what they observe. One in four passengers have seen someone get caught in a closing train door, but only seven per cent admit to doing it themselves. Samantha Facey, GTR’s health, safety and security director, said: "Most injuries we see from these behaviours are preventable and we're committed to helping our customers travel safely. "We know that people are busy, journeys can be rushed and some of these habits are so ingrained that they stop feeling like risks at all." The train operator hopes that humour will encourage travellers to reconsider their actions. The campaign highlights Gatwick Airport, Brighton, East Croydon and Victoria as stations with the highest number of accidents. Travellers are being urged to allow extra time for their journeys and avoid rushing to help reduce the risk of injury.