Plans for a complete revamp to transform it into a main gateway interchanges will be drawn up by rail bosses inside a year (link below.)
http://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/blackpoolnews/20m-boost-for-rail-users.4411605.jp

The overhaul is set to include the replacement of footbridge steps with escalators and lifts to make it more passenger friendly, a brand new first class lounge, new toilets and passenger facilities and a complete renovation to spruce up its shoddy appearance.

Rail campaigners hope the makeover will see new shops in the station too.

The revamp of the station is part of the West Coast Main Line Rail Utilisation Strategy (RUS) – Network Rail's 10 year vision of development and improvements on the route.

Initial discussions will begin within the next two months and proper planning will start in around April next year, once Network Rail and rail groups have had time to assess the impact of a new West Coast timetable which is due to be introduced in December.