Ten London Underground stations have been flagged up as a priority consideration for step-free access, including the installation of lifts to the platforms. The Evening Standard reports that Transport for London (TfL) have earmarked the stations for improved access to make travelling quicker and easier.  

The stations for review include Alperton, Arnos Grove, Burnt Oak, Eastcote, Finchley Road, Northolt, North Acton, Rayners Lane, West Hampstead and White City. TfL further said that access to the southern section of the Northern Line between Elephant and Castle and Modern will be reviewed.  

TfL added that their decisions about which stations to upgrade were guided by customer feedback and discussions with accessibility campaigners. Currently, about a third of the 272 Tube stations have lifts, while the others can only be accessed via a flight of stairs, making it difficult for wheelchair users and those with pushchairs or heavy wheeled luggage.  

Mayor Sadiq Khan said: “I am committed to ensuring London’s world-class public transport network is accessible for all Londoners.” 

He added: “I’m delighted to announce the next 10 Tube stations TfL will review for potential step-free access, and I am determined to keep working to deliver a public transport network that is accessible to all as we build a better, fairer London for everyone.” 

TfL commissioner Andy Lord said: “More than a third of the Tube network is now step-free, and we have also delivered the step-free Elizabeth line, as well as improvements on the London Overground, but we know that we must do more to make London’s transport network truly accessible and inclusive.” 

However, TfL have admitted that any upgrading work to improve accessibility will be dependent on securing joint funding from developers or councils.

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