Richmond Park MP Sarah Olney welcomes Kew Railway Bridge works but hopes they are the "last for a very long time."

From September to October, Network Rail is set to carry out repairs on the bridge between Kew Gardens and Gunnersbury stations, affecting Overground and District line services from Richmond Station.

Simon Milburn, Network Rail Anglia infrastructure director, previously said: "We need to replace the deteriorating wheel timbers on Kew Railway Bridge so that we can continue to run trains over the River Thames safely and reliably in future.

"This is a vital job that will help to keep this wonderful heritage structure operating as a key part of these busy railway lines. We will also use this closure to carry out other maintenance work to help deliver a reliable service for our customers."

London Overground and District line services from Richmond Station will be affected during four weekends between September and October due to works (credit: Cesar Medina).

In response to the scheduled works, Olney commented: "Residents are at the end of their tether. Businesses are losing thousands in passing trade and local people are missing appointments, school, or work because of the disruption. 

"Our community has been beyond patient, but these delays have been disastrous. 

"The upgrades are a light at the end of the tunnel, but after so many weeks of delays, Network Rail must make certain these closures are the last for a very long time. 

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List of dates effected by Kew Railway Bridge works:

Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September

No London Overground service between Richmond / Shepherd's Bush and Gospel Oak.

A special train service operates between Willesden Junction (Low Level) and Stratford via Kensal Green, Queen's Park, Kilburn High Road, South Hampstead, Camden Road and all stations.

No District line service between Richmond and Turnham Green.

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September

Until 1pm on Saturday, no London Overground service between Richmond and South Acton.

After 1pm and all day Sunday, no London Overground service between Richmond and Willesden Junction.

Throughout the weekend, no District line service between Earl's Court and Richmond / Ealing Broadway.

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Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September

No London Overground service between Richmond and South Acton.

No District line service between Richmond and Turnham Green.

Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October

No London Overground service between Richmond and South Acton.

No District line service between Richmond and Turnham Green.

Rail replacement buses will operate while the works are taking place. Passengers are advised to check before they travel at tfl.gov.uk on the following dates.