The City of London Corporation has signed off on the redevelopment of Liverpool Street Station.
The project will deliver a state-of-the-art station, alongside new office space and a wide variety of shops and cafes, supported by improved pedestrian routes through the area. Energy efficient design and low carbon construction methods will be used throughout.
Ellie Burrows, managing director for Network Rail’s eastern region, said: “This decision represents a key step towards the transformation of Britain’s busiest station and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Liverpool Street. Our plans focus on improving the everyday experience for passengers whilst respecting the station’s unique heritage. With annual passenger numbers forecast to grow to 158 million, this approval ensures the station will be future proofed for decades to come.”
Chris Hayward, policy chairman of the City of London Corporation, added: “This redevelopment of Liverpool Street station is a major step forward for the Square Mile. It will support the City’s dynamic business ecosystem with state-of-the-art infrastructure, create new jobs and strengthen our position as a world‑leading destination, while ensuring that residents, workers and visitors all benefit from a modern, inclusive and future‑focused transport hub. As competition among global cities increases, we must demonstrate our openness to new investment that will enhance our urban environment and Liverpool Street station will now continue to do just that.”
Tom Sleigh, chairman of the City of London Corporation planning and transportation committee, said: “Everyone likes an upgrade, and this astonishing improvement to Britain’s busiest train station is just that; a major improvement by every measure. It’s a late, but very welcome Christmas present for the nation. The soaring Brick arches and bold architecture will cement Liverpool Street’s status as a modern temple to transport.”
