Balham Tube Station will still open its entrance next week, according to Dr Rosena Allin-Khan.

Transport for London (Tfl) on Monday announced Balham Tube Station would be 'exit only' between 7.30am and 9.30am on weekdays due to planned escalator works at the station.

Following discussions Dr Allin-Khan, MP for Tooting, had with Tfl today, an agreement to keep the station stairs open on a trial basis has been reached.

Dr Allin-Khan said: "On Monday, TfL announced plans to close Balham Stn every morning from next week to repair an escalator.

"While the repairs are necessary, this hasn't been communicated well enough and will affect local commuters - especially as offices gradually reopen.

"I met TfL today and outlined my concerns.

"It's been agreed the station stairs will remain open for a week-long trial."

"Staff have valid concerns about social distancing at peak travel times, so to ensure this trial is successful, let's all work together.

"Make sure you allow extra time."

The original plan Transport for London had for Balham Tube Station

On Tuesday (June 22) a spokesperson for Tfl explained there would be no descending escalator at Balham Station until December 2021 and passengers with Northern Line travel between 7.30am and 9.30am on weekdays would have no access to the station.

They said: "From Monday 28 June until late December 2021, there will be no entry to Balham station on Mondays to Fridays between 07:30 and 09:30. This is due to planned escalator works.

"Please walk to or take bus 155, 249 or 355 to nearby Clapham South or Tooting Bec stations during the hours stated above, and if you are travelling with luggage or buggies.

"We are sorry for the inconvenience caused. Thank you for continuing to wear a face covering when using public transport, washing or sanitising your hands before and after travel, and travelling at quieter times where possible."

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