On 3 April 2009 East Midlands Trains sought an amendment from Derby City Council to install gates to "reduce unauthorised use of trains and improve security". Derby City Council consented but required removal within 42 days should East Midlands Trains be found in non-compliance of the additional terms. Ticket barriers were introduced on 18 August 2009. The barriers must be left open if they are not manned at both ends, and ad hoc usage of the footbridge must be allowed at all other times.