Arsenal Tube station closes due to infrastructure damage
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 15:31 · Archive
Arsenal Tube station has closed due to infrastructure damage and is expected to remain shut over the weekend and into next week.
Arsenal Tube station on the Piccadilly line has closed due to infrastructure damage. Transport for London confirmed the closure on Wednesday, September 30. The station is expected to remain shut throughout the weekend and into the following week, affecting supporters heading to Arsenal's match against Leeds United on Saturday at 12.30pm.
Fans are advised to use nearby alternative stations including Highbury and Islington, Finsbury Park or Holloway Road, all within walking distance of the Emirates Stadium. Passengers on non-match days can also use local buses from these stations to complete their journeys.
Richard Jones, director of asset performance delivery for London Underground, said: 'Arsenal Tube station is currently closed so that we can repair infrastructure damage within the station. Our teams are working around the clock to repair the damage as quickly as possible, and we will share more information on the reopening and operation of the station as soon as we can.' Leeds United has issued a travel warning to supporters ahead of the match, urging fans to plan ahead and check Transport for London for alternative arrangements.
How it is being reported
- Arsenal station shut amid ‘SINKING’ claims after infrastructure damageArsenal station has been closed due to damage to its infrastructure, with reports suggesting it may be "sinking".This Is Local London · 9 Oct, 14:34
- Arsenal Tube station shut over concerns it is 'sinking' ahead of weekend Premier League matchThe Piccadilly line station is set to remain shut over the weekend and into next weekMyLondon · 8 Oct, 11:36
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