Campaign launched to stop closure of Long Eaton station ticket office that would put passengers 'at risk'
A campaign has been launched to stop the closure of a train station ticket office since it would put passengers 'at risk'. Cllr Alan Chewings is backing a petition to prevent Long Eaton train station's ticket office from closing.
Cllr Alan Chewings, Chair of Sawley Parish Council, said: “We were promised a better rail service locally, now we are seeing services cut and there is a threat to close our ticket office. Residents are angry and will oppose the closure.”Dr Adam Thompson, who is also part of the campaign group, said: “It’s vital we get residents throughout the community to oppose the plans to close the ticket office.
"Replacing them with a ticket machine is totally unacceptable and a worsening of the service." Kevan Matthews added: "I'm of the opinion that closing the ticket office in Sawley/Long Eaton would have a negative effect both upon the level of service, and upon the area." A DfT spokesperson said: “No decision has been taken on ticket offices, but the reality is they have seen a significant decline in use over the last decade, and resource could be better directed to where customers need it most, keeping safety a priority.
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