The sheer scale of the hulking great over-station development is not acceptable. Indeed, we would question the principle of any over-station development.
The current naturally light-filled concourse with a transparent glass roof will be hemmed in under the base of the tall tower proposed with a new solid roof. This will be an oppressive space.
A new office building remains in the latest design because it will ultimately fund the development of the station at street level.
Campaigners against the plans have also accused designers of allowing for a dramatic demolition of the 20th century parts of the station, which they claim have value.
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