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flag A wheelchair user's train trip was hazardous due to steep ramps and blocked space, prompting an apology and investigation from East Midlands Railway.

flag Danny Byrne, a wheelchair user, described a dangerous and stressful train journey from Matlock to London on East Midlands Railway, citing steep, short platform ramps that risked him falling backward while boarding. flag After his train was canceled, he relied on passenger help to reach another platform and found the designated wheelchair space blocked by luggage, though staff resolved it quickly. flag While praising staff support, he urged for longer, less steep ramps for safety. flag EMR apologized, saying ramps meet industry standards but acknowledged procedures weren’t followed, and confirmed it is investigating and working with the Spinal Injuries Association to improve accessibility.

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