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Network Rail Submits Revised £1bn Plan for Liverpool Street Station Overhaul

The updated proposal aims to modernize the historic station, expand capacity, and improve accessibility while addressing heritage concerns.

  • The redevelopment plan targets overcrowding and aims to increase passenger capacity from 90 million to over 200 million annually.
  • Key upgrades include a larger concourse, step-free access with eight new lifts, ten escalators, and expanded retail and dining options.
  • Commercial elements feature a seven-story office tower and a five-star Hyatt hotel, with designs adjusted to better complement the Grade II-listed Andaz Hotel.
  • Extensive public consultation shaped the revisions, with 75% of nearly 2,000 responses supporting the updated plans.
  • Construction is expected to begin in 2025, with phased completion by 2026 for station upgrades and 2030 for commercial developments, keeping the station operational throughout.
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