Railway Stations: Access
(asked on 5th March 2026) - View Source
Question
To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what recent discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Transport on ensuring step free access at railway stations.
This question was answered on 12th March 2026
On 15 January, the Government was pleased to announce that 8 projects to deliver step free routes at train stations are progressing directly to delivery, as part of our Access for All programme. 23 projects will undergo further design work, to inform potential future delivery. These improvements will deliver step-free access between platforms, and enhanced facilities designed to better support passengers with reduced mobility, parents with buggies, and those carrying luggage.
On 15 January, the Government was pleased to announce that 8 projects to deliver step free routes at train stations are progressing directly to delivery, as part of our Access for All programme. 23 projects will undergo further design work, to inform potential future delivery. These improvements will deliver step-free access between platforms, and enhanced facilities designed to better support passengers with reduced mobility, parents with buggies, and those carrying luggage.