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Crossrail -

The existing evidence on Crossrail suggests that the main economic benefits arising from the scheme, particularly for Brentwood Town and Station, will be an increased frequency of rail service serving Central London. In addition, journey times to destinations west of London Liverpool Street will be significantly improved. In turn, upgraded station facilities and more frequent rail services will provide opportunities for the expansion of businesses and the creation of new employment and housing sites in and around Brentwood Rail Station.

The City Council has concerns that the opportunities arising from Crossrail have neither been fully explored nor incorporated in BBC's Preferred Options Document. The Document acknowledges the benefits of Crossrail but does not have any relevant economic strategies or policies related to the scheme other than the provision of a 'Park and Walk' facility at Shenfield. Given the strategic importance of Crossrail and the economic benefits that it will deliver to London and the South-East, the City Council considers that BBC's Preferred Options Document should have dedicated policies that seek to drive development derived from the potentially substantial economic benefits that Crossrail will bring to the Borough, with a clear focus on Brentwood Town Centre.