Move to Improve Disabled Access for Train Travellers
Inverclyde Council is to investigate how mobility impaired and disabled commuters can better access Port Glasgow railway station from the nearby park and ride site.
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) has granted the council £30,000 towards a study to look at improving access between the rail station and the station park and ride on Highholm Avenue.
Environment & Regeneration Convener Councillor Michael McCormick said: “There is no suitable provision for mobility impaired or disabled travellers getting to the eastbound platform from the park and ride site. They also have issues setting to the westbound platform as the path from the car park to the station is very steep and is particularly difficult in the winter during spells of frost and ice. We have been working hard and investing significantly to transform Port Glasgow town centre and I am grateful to SPT for their latest contribution towards improving the lives of local people.”
Inverclyde Councillor and SPT member David Wilson said: “SPT have recognised that there is a need to look at ways of improving the current access arrangements at Port Glasgow station and I am delighted that funding has been secured to examine options. Improved transport links are an important part of the wider regeneration of the Inverclyde area so it is important that we do all we can to encourage more visitors to explore the area and visit local shops and businesses.”