On Thu, 15 Apr 2004 20:24:04 +0000, Richard J. wrote:


Complete rubbish. If a wheelchair user needs to access any level other
than ground level, a lift is required. In the event of fire, the lifts
are not available, and people have to use the stairs. In those
circumstances, wheelchair users have to be carried to ground level. The
same applies to tube trains.

Wrong. The lifts on the JLE are clearly marked as firefighting lifts.
I don't work for the fire brigade or the underground, but I'd imagine
this means they are available during a fire...

Also, if I'm not wrong, there are disabled refuge areas at the emergency
exits, similar to the ones in many cinemas and public buildings.