Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 4291

Railway Stations: Access

Tabled: 4 September 2024
Answered: 13 September 2024

Question

Blake Stephenson

Conservative — Mid Bedfordshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that stations without step free access are made accessible for all.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
We are carefully considering the best approach to accessibility at stations across Britain. This Government is committed to improving the accessibility of the railway and recognise the social and economic benefits this brings to communities.