Stratford Station upgrade on track

In an agreement signed today, Network Rail will help with extensive improvements including new lifts to all platforms, widening a platform and reopening a disused subway to help with access.

The station will provide access to thousands of spectators every day during the London Games and to the local community.

ODA Director of Transport Hugh Sumner said: "An enhanced Stratford Regional Station is an important part of our transport plans for the Games and will help transform the Lower Lea Valley into one of the best connected areas in the capital.

"We are delighted to be joined by Network Rail to deliver key parts of this scheme which will help us create the best Games transport ever and leave the lasting legacy of world-class transport links for east London."

29 May 2007

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