The embankment, over 100 years old, needed to be stabilised, presumably
because it was in danger of collapse. During the work, wildlife including
badgers and great crested newts were discovered and relocated. Hopefully the
ancient jointed track will be replaced when the groundwork is complete.

A year or so ago Ruislip Manor platforms had to be rebuilt as they were
subsiding, and the embankment between Rayners lane and Eastcote was
stabilised.