Picture: Alan Mak MP with Alistair Wright and the construction team from South West Trains launch construction at Havant station
Work taking place at Havant railway station to build an expanded 190-space car park was given the thumbs-up by local MP Alan Mak during a visit to help launch construction.
The work consists of adding an extra storey to the existing car park. Due to be completed in December 2016, the work is part of a multi-million pound investment by South West Trains to improve parking across its network. It is hoped that the improvements will ease the pressure off surrounding residential roads.
Mr Mak praised the work being done by South West Trains, saying that the improved station car park will be a “huge benefit” for passengers and commuters.
Mak said: “As a commuter myself, I know how important Havant station is for local residents, connecting them to London, Portsmouth and the rest of the country. I am delighted that South West Trains are continuing to invest in Havant Station, and it was pleasure to help launch construction and meet those behind the scheme.”
“I am continuing to lobby in Westminster for quicker, longer and better trains to London. We have a rising population and more people than ever commute to London and around the Solent region. As a regular user of the Havant to London line, I look forward to working with South West Trains in the future to ensure Havant station gets the upgrades it deserves.”
While work on the main car park takes place, passengers can purchase parking permits from Havant Borough Council for Civic Centre Road East, Civic Centre Road North and Prince George Street.
Alistair Wright, Head of Station Property at South West Trains, said: "I was pleased to show Alan the work that’s taking place to provide more than 190 extra spaces as well as improved facilities including new lighting, CCTV and Help Points. We hope it will make a real difference for our passengers and we look forward to opening the new facility later this year."