THIS almost completed structure of scaffolding shows that the long-awaited upgrade of Blackburn Rail Station is running to timetable.

The £635,00 project is due for completion by Christmas.

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Skilled workmen will soon start repainting and refurbishing the canopy.

The project will see a more welcoming entrance hall and a secure passage to platform level.

A Northern Rail spokesman said: “We will shortly complete installation of the scaffolding system to allow internal construction works and roof repairs to be progressed over the coming month.”