Angry Sheffield residents and train station users are planning a protest march against East Midlands Trains plan to install ticket barriers in Sheffield station.
A march has been arranged for 15.45 at Barkers Pool with the march going on to Sheaf Square.
East Midlands Trains, the owners of Sheffield station, want to resurrect ticket barriers near the footbridge to ensure all passengers are carrying a valid ticket.
However, the footbridge provides a well lit, safe route for pedestrians from Park Hill and Norfolk Park into the city centre.
Councillor Paul Scriven, leader of Sheffield city council said: "I’d urge anyone who can make the protest to attend. Restricting access to the footbridge can only have a negative effect on the people of Sheffield.
“Although we support the principle of checking tickets, we are totally opposed to gating at the station."
Over 2000 people have filled out an online form expressing their view on the issue of the barriers. People wishing to have their say can fill in a form on www.sheffield.gov.uk or by emailing getintouch@eastmidlandstrains.co.uk.
Gavin Patterson
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