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Paralympic Champion's Train Ordeal Highlights Accessibility Failures

Tanni Grey-Thompson's experience underscores persistent issues disabled passengers face on public transport.

  • Tanni Grey-Thompson had to crawl off a train at King's Cross due to lack of assistance.
  • The Paralympic legend received online abuse after sharing her ordeal on social media.
  • Disabled passengers frequently face inadequate support despite legal obligations for assistance.
  • Calls for systemic changes to ensure accessible and reliable transport for disabled people.
  • LNER has apologized and is investigating the incident, acknowledging broader network issues.
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