Because to use it, you have to have a ticket to go through the Picadilly
gate at KGX.

Well a sign like: "Kings Cross ThamesLink (Ticket Holders Only)" would have
been good, which would save a horrible walk down a crowded road where you
have to wait forever for the Crossing to change to green
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