Sian Berry comments on plans to close train ticket offices
Siân Berry comments on plans to close train ticket offices
Responding to the plans to close train ticket offices, London Assembly Member, Siân Berry said:
"All Londoners should send in their concerns about the proposed ticket office closures announced today. The government's justification for its decision to close ticket offices is weak. They should be supporting access to rail travel, not adding barriers for travel. These closures would cut jobs and the level of service when our railways need improvement more than ever."
"A staffed ticket office is important to supporting rail travel - not just buying a ticket but also for organising assistance such as ramps for those who need them. Nobody who has ever used a cumbersome ticket machine in a station would believe it can replace a friendly ticket office - particularly when you need a ticket changed or refunded."
Notes to editors
- Ticket Office Closures - Have Your Say: https://www.londontravelwatch.org.uk/ticket-offices-have-your-say/
- Independent: Rail ticket office closures loom as ministers and train firms sideline union Rail ticket office closures loom as ministers and train firms sideline union (msn.com)
- Express: Train ticket offices 'still serve a purpose' commuters say 'there needs to be a plan' Train ticket offices 'still serve a purpose' commuters say 'there needs to be a plan' | UK | News | Express.co.uk