Construction work is starting at Streatham Common station to make it accessible to more passengers.
Two new lifts with CCTV and telephone links will be introduced to provide step-free access between the existing station footbridge and platforms one, two and three.
On platform four, the existing ramp will be replaced with a new ramp, compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA).
The footbridge stairs will also be resurfaced and tactile paving installed on the platforms.
Work is scheduled for completion in spring 2010.
Bob Mayne from Southern trains said: “This is good news for the tens of thousands of passengers who use Streatham Common station each year.
With new lifts due to become operational at neighbouring Streatham Hill station later this summer, it further demonstrates how we are working with industry partners to improve access and increase the convenience of travelling by train.
“I hope more people will be encouraged to choose rail travel as their preferred mode of transport.”
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