Construction work has commenced on a new footbridge and lifts at Bexley station.

This project, which is funded through the Department of Transport's (DfT) 'Access for All' scheme, is expected to be completed in late spring 2024 and will ensure there is step-free access to all of the station’s platforms.

Network Rail will be working with contractors BAM Nuttall to install two 16-person capacity lifts which will be located behind the existing subway and help passengers with impaired mobility or those travelling with luggage, children, or cycles to access the platforms.

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Platform one will be widened to create space for the lifts and allow passengers to navigate through the station a lot easier.

Alongside this, a new footbridge will be built to allow passengers easily get from one side of the platform to the other.

Fiona Taylor, Network Rail's Kent route director, said: "We're delighted to have started work on the new ‘Access for All’ scheme at Bexley station, providing step-free access to both platforms and to give passengers even more journey opportunities.

"We would like to thank passengers and local residents for their patience and understanding whilst we carry out the work."