A new £2.8 million footbridge has been installed at Westerton railway station in Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire.

The structure was built over the last nine months as part of the government-funded Access for All initiative, designed to improve access within stations for the public.

The project was delivered by Story Contracting on behalf of Network Rail. Features include step-free access to both platforms via lifts and stairs, while the approach footpaths have been resurfaced along with sections of the platforms. In addition, some parking spaces within the car park have been reconfigured, particularly disabled parking spaces, to make it easier for passengers to access the new bridge.

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Jeremy Spence Network Rail, programme manager, said: "Rail travel is more popular now than ever before and we are continuously seeking opportunities to make our stations and services more accessible.

"This new bridge delivers modern standards of access and is a real positive for those going to or from Westerton. It will help ensure that everyone in the community has the opportunity to access the station which will in turn, make journeys easier and improve the overall travelling experience for all of our customers."

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