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Railway Stations: Barking

Asked by Greg SmithConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 8 June 2026UIN 3403

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what progress c2c has made on upgrading Barking station since 17 December 2025; and whether the upgraded ticket office, new lift and extended gateline remain on schedule for completion in 2026.

Answered by Keir Mather

c2c continue to make positive progress on the Barking station upgrade. Since 17 December 2025, both gatelines have been installed and are operational, the upgraded ticket office is 95% complete and the lift works are complete with lifts returning to service on 18 May 2026. Remaining works include cladding the gatelines and installation of permanent gateline power. Full completion of the station project is due for autumn 2026, and we will continue to hold c2c to account to deliver by this date.

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