In article ,
John Hearns wrote:
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...

The lifts at Stratford were not designed to be used in the event of
fire.

John Haines