Colleagues from Scotland’s Railway met to conduct final inspections before opening them on Tuesday afternoon.

Earlier this year a temporary route was created, taking passengers away from these stairs while engineers prepared the station for the installation of lift towers. And last month, the steel structures that house the new lifts were installed.

It’s all part of the ‘Access for All’ programme which will make it easier for people with impaired mobility or those travelling with luggage, children, or bicycles to travel on Scotland’s Railway.

Amanda Naughton, scheme project manager, Network Rail, said: “Following the successful installation of the towers last month, we are delighted to mark continued progress with the reopening of the original stairs at platform 2.

“The next phase of work involves the electrical components that will power the lifts being put in place and the brickwork cladding reinstated at the base of each lift tower. The station’s power supply will also be upgraded.

“Thanks to our neighbours and the local community for bearing with us while this essential work is carried out.”

At platforms 1 and 3, the stairs have been closed since October. These will also be reopened to passengers when the project is completed later this year.