Waverley plans unveiled

Plans for the redevelopment of Edinburgh’s Waverley station were unveiled today by Transport Minister Nicol Stephen.

The £150 million redevelopment includes a new entrance from Princes Street – Edinburgh’s main shopping street – and new covered escalators. Aside from improving the passenger environment, the station’s capacity will be extended to accommodate longer rolling stock and more trains an hour.

Mr Stephen said: “This is the first step towards a bigger, better rail network for all of Scotland. The plans for the transformation of Waverley Station will bring welcomed changes for passengers travelling through Edinburgh.

“It also signals the start of major improvements across Scotland, with more trains passing through the station – reducing congestion and allowing extra services.”