Network Rail has completed a £3 million accessibility upgrade at Northallerton station in North Yorkshire, with lifts now in place to help passengers switch platforms.

As a Department for Transport funded Access for All scheme, the new lifts on Platforms 1 and 2 make it easier for passengers to use the station independently.

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Rail Minister, Wendy Morton, said: "I am pleased to support the remarkable accessibility upgrades at Northallerton Station with £3 million from our Access for All programme.

"Ensuring all stations are enjoyed by everyone is central to our Plan for Rail, as we continue to deliver a more efficient, cost-effective and accessible railway system for all passengers."

Network Rail has also made key improvements to the subway, which runs underneath the tracks to connect the two platforms. Teams have installed new stairs, handrails and flooring, and will be repainting the tunnel to improve passengers' experience.