Network Rail has thanked passengers who use London King’s Cross for following the government guidance and only travelling when essential.

New figures have shown that passenger numbers have fallen by 92% during the pandemic.

The figures show that commuters who usually use King’s Cross station are taking the guidance seriously and are helping to reduce the spread of the virus.

Network Rail is urging any passengers who are making non-essential journeys to stop doing so immediately.

What did the officials say?

Paul Rutter, Route Director for Network Rail‘s East Coast Route, said:

“These figures show a dramatic decrease in passengers using King’s Cross station and we’d like to thank commuters for following government advice and only travelling when their journeys are essential.

“Fewer travellers helps us to move passengers who do need to travel safely, as well as reducing the amount of people who our frontline staff come into contact with.

“Thanking people for not travelling by railway isn’t our usual message, but we’re living in exceptional times. We can’t be complacent and we would urge people to continue to follow the guidelines, which will help to keep more people safe.”

Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris said:

“I am delighted to be in the unprecedented position of thanking people across the country for joining together to stay home, protect the NHS and save lives, and avoid using our railways.

“Figures show that footfall at King’s Cross station has decreased by 92% – a fantastic sign that people are listening to the advice to stay home wherever possible.”

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