Network Rail has submitted revised plans for the redevelopment of London Liverpool Street station to the City of London Corporation after a public consultation received almost 2,000 responses last year, many of which were objections.

The main changes to the plans are redesigned station entrances, changes to the roof so that it is more in keeping with its Victorian origins, different landscaping around the Kindertransport statue, a realignment of the office building so that does not conceal the Grade II* listed Andaz Hotel, which was originally the Great Eastern Railway hotel, and other changes to the height and size of the proposed office building.

The original plans had involved a partial demolition of the present station, but the objections included one from Historic England.

Other priorities revealed by the consultation’s responses were step-free access through the station, new lifts and escalators, and also new toilets to include ‘family-friendly’ spaces on every level.

Network Rail Property group property director Robin Dobson said: ‘We’re proud to be leading the submission of a transformative scheme for the redevelopment of London Liverpool Street station — one that is a truly accessible and inclusive space, can support the forecast annual passenger rise to over 200 million and deliver vital improvements to the everyday experience of passengers while respecting and celebrating the station’s historic character.

‘Investing in transport infrastructure is essential to unlocking future economic growth for London and beyond. This investment will ensure Liverpool Street remains a landmark gateway to the City of London for generations to come.

‘Following extensive consultation and engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, our plans put passengers first whilst respecting and retaining the station’s Victorian features, including the iconic trainshed and the Great Eastern Hotel.’

The scheme will cost ‘hundreds of millions’, but Network Rail plans to work with private sector developers who will be able to create new office space above the station.

The plans also include eight new lifts, six more escalators and a larger concourse, as well as ‘landmark entrances’ from Liverpool Street, Bishopsgate and Exchange Square.

ACME is the scheme architect, and is working with Network Rail Property. ACME founding director Friedrich Ludewig said: ‘We are retaining the essential qualities of the existing station, celebrating elements that were previously hidden, creating sustainable new workplaces and providing spaces to expand into for generations to come. Liverpool Street station will become the world-class transport hub that the City of London and all Londoners deserve.’

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