Cutty Sark DLR station in Greenwich is set to close for the replacement of its four broken escalators at a projected cost of £4 million. Opened in 1999, the station is heavily used but has posed significant challenges for commuters since all escalators failed, forcing them to climb numerous stairs or rely on an unreliable lift. Transport for London (TfL) took over maintenance in 2021, but attempts to repair escalators were hampered by the pandemic. The closure date and duration for the work have not yet been announced, but alternatives have been suggested as frustrations mount among passengers.
Cutty Sark DLR station will close for around £4 million to replace broken escalators, leaving passengers with limited alternatives for months.
TfL initially attempted to refurbish the escalators but faced delays in sourcing parts during the pandemic, leading to ongoing reliability issues.
Local passengers criticize the current lift situation, calling it "the worst in London," while expressing frustration over long queues and delays.
TfL is finalizing plans for replacement while improving station signage and managing crowding to assist commuters affected by the work.
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