An MP has written to Transport for London (TfL) to ask it to begin improving a station where commuters wait in “misery.”

Politician Oliver Dowden, who represents Hertsmere, says the facilities at Bushey Station urgently need updating.

The letter, addressed to Mike Brown, Transport for London's commissioner, highlights several areas.

Increasing more shelters and bicycle racks are some of the main proposals put forward to tackle the increasing disruptions and delays commuters face.

Mr Dowden said: "While the misery of waiting for a train in the rain is reason enough, putting in more shelters would also allow passengers to be spaced more evenly along the platform thereby shortening the time it takes to board the train and reducing delays.

"Similarly, I am a great supporter of cycling wherever possible and more racks would remove some of the hassle cyclists face when they arrive at the station.

"Yet at the same time, making it easier to cycle will encourage people to do so, helping to protect our natural environment."

Mr Dowden said the letter was sent following the failed roll-out of new timetables across much of the rail network and hopes redevelop a good train service.

He added: "I have met regularly with the Transport Secretary and rail executives to press for the urgent improvements long suffering passengers deserve."