Opposition Voiced to Station Relocation

14 February, 2007

A plan to relocate Lowestoft station 1200 feet (366 metres) west is being opposed by passengers as far away as Yorkshire, according to the East Suffolk Travellers’ Association. ESTA says objections have also been lodged by rail users from the Midlands. Network Rail, which own the station, have reaffirmed their opposition to the plan in a letter to ESTA, and rail operator ‘one’ say Lowestoft is its best situated rural-route station.

Last year 1st East, an urban regeneration company, prepared a report outlining plans to generate economic growth in the waterfront area of Lowestoft. Their preferred alternative calls for Lowestoft rail station to be moved and a shopping district built in its place.

Waveney District Council are accepting views on the relocation plan; to make your objection known email . or write to:

Planning Office
Waveney District Council
Town Hall
High Street
Lowestoft
NR32 1HS

Objections must be received by Monday 19 February 2007.

INDUSTRIAL ACTION is taking taking place in early May. Mon 6/5, and Wed 7/5 though Sat 11/5 most services will run but there will be some cancellations. On Tuesday 7/5 there will be a full strike; NO services on the East Suffolk Lines or the other local/regional routes will operate that day. Mainline services to/from London will be reduced.
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