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Plans for the \u00a3100m transformation of Darlington railway station have been submitted to Darlington Borough Council<\/a><\/h2>\n

The Darlington railway station scheme will improve the frequency and reliability of services as well as connectivity along the East Coast Main Line and to other regional stations.<\/p>\n

The redevelopment will create a new platform, entrance, station building and upgrades to its transport links<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mayor Houchen has provided a \u00a325m investment to make sure the plans to transform Darlington station become a reality.<\/p>\n

The redevelopment will create three new platforms on the east side of the existing station to accommodate current and future services, a new station building and a footbridge linking the new platforms and building with the existing station.<\/p>\n

An upgrade to the Victoria Road entrance and car park, pick up and drop off points on the western side of the station is planned, alongside new road layouts, wider pavements and improvements to walking and cycling access.<\/p>\n

\u2018Delivering services people have been crying out for\u2019<\/h3>\n

Mayor Houchen, said: \u201cA few weeks ago we unveiled what Darlington station could look like after this transformational upgrade, but it\u2019s not just about pretty pictures, it\u2019s about delivery.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday we took a major step closer to our vision, with the submission of the planning application for the station which, when complete, will give people from across Teesside, Darlington and Hartlepool the more reliable, frequent and faster services that they\u2019ve been crying out for \u2013 and that they deserve.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we recover our economy following the coronavirus pandemic<\/a>, a robust and well-oiled transport network is vital for local people to get to work and training, or to simply reconnect with loved ones after this difficult time. This redevelopment will also help our businesses to thrive, improve freight links and attract new investment bringing with it good-quality, well-paid jobs.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur connections to London will be more important than ever, especially with the news that hundreds of Government civil service jobs are being relocated to Darlington in the coming months.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur plans will make sure our region remains attractive and able to take advantage of even more opportunities in the years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

Heather Scott, leader of Darlington Borough Council and Combined Authority Cabinet lead for transport, added: \u201cThe sweeping curves of Bank Top station have welcomed countless visitors to our town, as well as being a symbol of home to Darlington residents returning from their travels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese exciting transformation plans are sympathetic to the station\u2019s heritage, while also ensuring we will have a modern transport<\/a> hub that\u2019s fit for purpose for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

Work is planned to be completed in time for 2025\u2019s 200th<\/sup>\u00a0anniversary celebrations of the Stockton and Darlington Railway.<\/p>\n

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