Passengers can now safely walk or wheel over the railway via the footbridge, with the lifts providing step-free access to and from the platforms.

It was all part of the £3.5 million Access for All (AfA) scheme which aims to make rail travel more accessible, particularly for those with reduced mobility, children in prams and luggage.

Representatives from the project team were also joined by Michael Shanks, MP for Rutherglen, during a short ceremony to mark the occasion.

The event also saw the unveiling of a commemorative plaque, which will be mounted near the new structures in the coming weeks.

Jeremy Spence, route delivery director, Network Rail, welcomed and thanked everyone who had been involved in the successful delivery of the project and who turned up to celebrate its completion.

He said: “Access for All is a hugely important scheme and investment in Scotland’s Railway which will benefit station users, in particular those with reduced mobility, children in prams, and those encumbered with luggage.

“By making rail travel more accessible, we can encourage more passengers to use public transport and hopefully more people in and around Uddingston to travel by train. Thanks to everyone who made this project happen.”

David Lister, safety and sustainability director, ScotRail, said: “The Access for All scheme is an important initiative for Scotland’s Railway, dedicated to delivering enhanced accessibility at many of our stations across the network.

“ScotRail is delighted to see the opening of the new footbridge and lifts at Uddingston, allowing step-free access to both platforms for our customers.

“We are pleased to have been able to support our colleagues at Network Rail in delivering this new facility, further enhancing our commitment to a more inclusive and accessible railway network for all.”

Damian Briody, head of rail projects and technical services, Transport Scotland, said: “The completion of these accessibility improvements at Uddingston station will be much welcomed by passengers and help encourage more people to use rail. On behalf of Ministers, I thank all those involved for delivering this on time and in keeping with the historic nature of the station. Thanks are also extended to passengers and local communities for their patience during the works.”

Principal contractor Story began work to create step-free access at the station in November, this was the 13th Access for All Scheme it has delivered in collaboration with Network Rail.

Brian O’Hare, contracts manager, Story Contracting, said: “We are incredibly proud to celebrate the official opening of the Uddingston Access for All scheme alongside the local community.

“Working in partnership with Network Rail and our supply chain, we have been able to deliver a project that improves accessibility for all.

“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to enhancing Scotland’s Railway and making a positive impact on the passengers that use it.”