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Waterloo redevelopment plans released
A planning framework for the Waterloo redevelopment in London has been published by London Mayor Ken Livingstone.
The provisional framework is intended to address the issue of previously poor planning at Waterloo and provide cohesive development blueprint for the future.
Although Waterloo is a major transport interchange, a world-class cultural quarter and a tourist destination, decades of poor overall planning and design has permitted uncoordinated development. The draft framework plans to address this issue.
The framework proposes a rejuvenation of the South Bank with the creation of a pedestrianised zone and public square where local people and visitors can congregate.
In co-operation with Network Rail, Waterloo station will be refurbished to improve its layout, accessibility and capacity. It will feature a new entrance at York Road accessed via a redeveloped Elizabeth House.
Livingstone said: “Waterloo is the gateway to the South Bank, one of the world’s leading cultural centres, but we could improve the area’s attractiveness, layout and economy by properly planning its future. My vision for Waterloo’s development over the next generation is to greatly improve its layout and public space, making it more attractive, vibrant and easier to get around.”
The draft framework has been endorsed for consultation until the end of April 2006 by Ken Livingstone, the London Development Agency, Transport for London, Network Rail and the London Borough of Lambeth. Details: www.london.gov.uk