Plans, which will deliver a fitting gateway to the city, include:
- A new, brighter roof that allows for future expansion of the station
- An improved concourse, including a new bridge link to the Manchester Arena, making the entire station fully accessible
- Improvements to the footbridge spanning platforms 3-6 allowing for growth in passenger numbers
- Sympathetic refurbishment of the Grade II listed Victoria buildings – including the war memorial, glass dome, Soldiers Gate and the wall map – restoring them to their former glory
- A refurbished external canopy, new lighting and glazed entrances to revitalise the Victoria Buildings
- A revamp of the retail spaces and opening of new ones for a better shopping experience
- Improvements to the ticket hall and the paved station approach
- Upgraded Metrolink facilities