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Mind the Other Gap: the gap between “probably fine” and “definitely fine”
Rail access has got so much better. So why do I get nervous before a half-hour trip into London? Trains, ramps, and a very small invention. I was about three when I fell in love with trains. I'd just got polio, and I was lying in an iron lung. Those machines had an angled mirror fixed above your head, so you could see a little of the world behind you. In my mirror was a viaduct. And across that viaduct went the steam trains. I couldn't hear them. I just watched the carriages
brinkburn6
2 hours ago3 min read
The Unseen Consequences: Closure of Rail Ticket Offices and the Cascade of Challenges
The recent announcement to close rail ticket offices harbours the potential to fundamentally reshape the train travel experience. At first glance, it appears to be a step towards digital efficiency, but delving deeper reveals its grave implications, particularly for disabled travellers and the general public. For me and other disabled travellers, ticket offices have always been more than just a ticket point. They are a sanctuary for us seeking assistance with navigation, boar
Phil Friend
Jul 9, 20232 min read
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