step-free access at South Kensington station
Kensington and Chelsea Council is pushing for step-free access at South Kensington station, pledging funds and urging the Mayor of London to commit.
Kensington and Chelsea Council passed a motion in July 2025 urging the Mayor of London to commit to providing step-free access at South Kensington station. The council has pledged to contribute 10% of the total project costs, up to £12 million, towards the initiative.
The project aims to improve accessibility at South Kensington Underground station, which currently lacks step-free access. Councillor Mary Weale stated in July 2025 that 500,000 potential journeys annually are avoided because the station is not accessible.
Key facts
- Kensington and Chelsea Council pledged to contribute 10% of total costs, up to £12 million, for step-free access. Source
- Kensington and Chelsea Council passed a motion in July 2025 urging the Mayor of London to commit to the project. Source
- Councillor Mary Weale stated 500,000 potential journeys annually are avoided due to the station's inaccessibility. Source
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