Lovely. 'How dare those people ruin my nice pretty train by having the nerve to want to live an independent life'.
I'm surprised you don't say that they should be in a home where they don't get in everyone's way. [emoji35]
I expect a response like this and i dont blame you, but its my opinion that it is overkill...and strange when there are many dangers on a station platform for people of poor sight........such as...stairs, the gap/step between the train and platform (why dont they sort these out rather than messing with the aesthetics of a train livery), other passengers and luggage, lamposts, and those bumper paving stones for blind people.....(they are actually a tripping hazard for old people!!!).
My opinion is helped by my background in art and that i look for things that are pleasing on the eye. A nice sleak, stripy livery on a train makes for a great look (such as NSE, RR or IC) in a photograph or a picture.
Why is the new GWR livery so good looking? Because the contrast is very slight.
I respect the opinions of people who do find the contrast helpful, but im sure youd prefer more staff on stations and some less hazards like the ones i mentioned.
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If it makes taking the train easier for a "small minority" then it's worthwhile doing. The aesthetic qualities of a livery are irrelevant in comparison.
I respect your opinion.
see my reply above.
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My ex was visually impaired and could see things like the edge of the platform, bins and that kind of thing but the contrast for the doors made it much easier for her to find them
Serious question, Would the chime and the flashing door button have been enough? (as is now appearing on all sliding door stock?).