The next steps in a major investment across the East Kilbride and Barrhead railway lines will begin next month.
At the same time, a new accessible bridge will be craned into position at the new Hairmyres station, with drainage works also taking place between Hairmyres and East Kilbride stations.Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.
Ahead of the bridge demolitions, the existing footbridge that serves the footpath between platforms 1 and 2 at Thornliebank station is being removed overnight on Saturday, September 21. “We understand that there may be some inconvenience as our teams work around-the-clock at several locations. The bridge demolitions, however, can only take place during a period of continuous working, with no trains running on the route.