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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Ranking boroughs most desperate for the London Underground Bakerloo line extension
Residents and businesses across London have thrown their support behind the proposed Bakerloo line extension, with 76 per cent of locals in boroughs along the proposed new route backing the scheme. The data comes from a set of surveys commissioned by Central London Forward, working alongside alongside Southwark Council, Lewisham Council and Business for Bakerloo, to understand the level of support behind the Tube line upgrade. The scheme would see the service extending to serve Lewisham via Southwark, as well as the opportunity to extend the service further to Hayes and Beckenham Junction. The survey saw 1,014 residents across seven London boroughs being questioned on the scheme. Brent was listed as showing the greatest support for the extension, with 81 per cent of residents backing the scheme. This was closely followed by Lewisham and Southwark, with 79 and 78 per cent respectively. READ MORE: The old London Underground route we wish still existed that went all the way to the seaside READ MORE: Britain's 'most woke' £2m roundabout due to open next week Harrow, Westminster and Lambeth residents all demonstrated a similar level of support, with approximately 75 per cent of those surveyed approving of the upgrade. Bromley respondents were more unsure, as 69 per cent backed the scheme while 24 per cent said they might support it. Regarding local businesses, 95 per cent of businesses surveyed in Brent expressed support for the scheme, while 90 per cent of Bromley businesses backed the proposal. Overall, 88 per cent of the 446 businesses in the area of the extension support the scheme, while 90 per cent of the 459 businesses which were not within the area also approved of it. Labour Councillor Claire Holland, leader of Lambeth Council said: "London needs to invest in its transport infrastructure to drive job creation and increase housing delivery. The Bakerloo line Upgrade and Extension is expected to support the creation of 150,000 good jobs and the delivery of 107,000 new homes across its length. Nearly 80 per cent of residents in Lambeth support the proposals." She added: "As a council we are keenly focussed on growth opportunities that benefit Lambeth residents. The extension would be a major boost for growth in Waterloo, better connecting the area's world-class arts & cultural institutions, thriving hospitality sector and major employers to the rest of South East London." Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said in February this year that the route for the proposed extension had been safeguarded by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander. The comments came during the launch of the London Growth Plan, detailing ambitions for local leaders to work alongside the government to deliver transport projects such as the Bakerloo extension. Sir Sadiq told MyLondon at the launch event on February 27 : "We've safeguarded the route [this week] with the transport secretary, putting the case to her about the importance of the Bakerloo line extension. We're also keen to get government green light for the DLR extension to Thamesmead." He added: "Here's the point, the government rightly wants more homes. The government rightly wants more jobs, wealth, prosperity. Well giving the green light to these pieces of transport infrastructure does just that. More homes, better public transport, more jobs, more growth, more prosperity." Have a story you want to share? Email Don't miss out on the biggest local stories. Sign up to our MySouthLondon newsletter HERE for all the latest daily news and more.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
All those who support Bakerloo Line extension through Lewisham and Bromley
New independent research has shown overwhelming support for the Bakerloo Line upgrade and extension. The findings reveal that 76 per cent of residents and 89 per cent of businesses along Transport for London's (TfL) proposed route, from Harrow to Bromley, are in favour of the project. Only one per cent of residents and two per cent of businesses oppose the plans. The proposed upgrade and extension of the Bakerloo Line is an infrastructure project that aims to boost London's connectivity, unlocking homes, jobs, and economic growth. The research, conducted by Survation and Norstat, surveyed more than 2,000 residents and businesses from London boroughs along the proposed route. The findings show that 78 per cent of Southwark residents and 90 per cent of businesses, 79 per cent of Lewisham residents and 84 per cent of businesses, and 69 per cent of Bromley residents and 89 per cent of businesses support the proposals. The project aims to break down long-standing transport and economic barriers, as parts of Southwark and the entirety of Lewisham and Bromley are currently excluded from the London Underground network. The research shows that 57 per cent of residents believe the upgrade and extension would improve their ability to travel to work, and 45 per cent say it would unlock new employment opportunities. Mayor of Lewisham, Brenda Dacres, said: "For too long, parts of Lewisham have been cut off from the Tube network, but the Bakerloo Line Extension changes that. "This project has huge support from our community because it means better access to jobs, easier commutes, and real opportunities for local residents and businesses." Councillor Kieron Williams, leader of Southwark, added: "The Bakerloo Line Upgrade and Extension is vital to deliver the growth our country needs. "It would bring a £1.5bn per year boost to our national economy, supporting over 150,000 jobs across Britain." The project could also stimulate growth for businesses, with 63 per cent of businesses stating it could enable their business to grow, and more than half agreeing it could lead them to expand in the future. The project also has the potential to contribute to the UK's journey to net zero, with 45 per cent of residents saying they would consider leaving their car at home for more journeys as a result of the new and improved line. Professor Frances Corner, OBE, of Goldsmiths, University of London, said: "The proposed extension of the Bakerloo Line through Lewisham represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to unlock jobs, growth and educational opportunity in our borough." James Glancey, founder and CEO of James Glancey Design in Southwark, added: "We are hugely in favour of the Bakerloo Line Extension. "We have a team of 60 full-time and a station close to Ilderton Road will connect us with other parts of London and make it easier for the team to get in and out of work. "I can't tell you how much it will improve the neighbourhood and make this part of London function in a vastly improved way."
Times
12-05-2025
- General
- Times
London Underground lines suspended due to power cuts
A number of London Underground lines have been suspended because of a power failure in the capital. Transport for London said there had been a 'National Grid issue' that had affected services. The Bakerloo, Waterloo & City, Suffragette and Weaver lines were suspended and there were also severe delays and part suspensions on the Elizabeth and Jubilee lines. National Grid said there had been a 'fault' on its transmission network in central London. A spokesman said: 'We apologise for any inconvenience following a fault on our transmission network in central London this afternoon. The fault was resolved within seconds and did not interrupt supply from our network, but a consequent voltage dip may have briefly affected power supplies on the low-voltage distribution network in the
Sky News
12-05-2025
- Sky News
London Underground stations shut and lines suspended as power cut hits the Tube
A power outage has caused major travel disruption on London's Tube network. The Transport for London (TfL) website shows the entire Bakerloo, Waterloo and City, Weaver, and Suffragette Lines are suspended. There are also severe delays and part suspensions on the Elizabeth, Jubilee, Mildmay, and Piccadilly lines. The Northern line is listed as having minor delays. All other lines are unaffected, according to TfL. Several stations were forced to close after the incident around 2.30pm, including Marble Arch, Holborn, Covent Garden, South Kensington and Tottenham Court Road. A post on X by @TFLAccess said Covent Garden was shut "while we fix faulty communications equipment". A spokesman for the travel network said there was an outage in southwest London for "a matter of minutes" and "everything shut down" due to a "National Grid issue". The spokesman added that "some people would have probably been stuck in a tunnel for a little bit of time". National Grid apologised and said a fault on its transmission network in central London and a "consequent voltage dip" may have briefly affected power supplies. However, it said the fault had been "resolved within seconds". TfL said it was in the process of "getting things back up and running again" but it "can't say when it will be fixed" and officials "don't know anything else". The shutters were down at the entrance to Waterloo Underground station at around 4pm - the station serves the Bakerloo, Northern and Waterloo & City lines. Staff at Paddington were seen directing passengers away from the Elizabeth Line and recommending they use buses instead. The Bakerloo Line entrance was completely shut. Alison Hendry, 33, and Joseph Richardson, 37, travelled on the Heathrow Express to Paddington after flying from Glasgow. Ms Hendry said: "It's a bit annoying they only told us when we got here. We walked all the way across the station, we have to go all the way back." "It doesn't even bother me. But if I was in a rush, it would," Mr Richardson added. However, TfL said Embankment, Charing Cross and Putney Bridge stations had reopened after previously being forced to close.
Bloomberg
12-05-2025
- General
- Bloomberg
London Underground Services Suspended After Power Outage
London Underground services have been suspended because of power failures. The Transport for London (TfL) website on Monday afternoon showed the entire Bakerloo and Suffragette lines were suspended, while there were severe delays and part suspensions on the Elizabeth line and the Jubilee and Northern lines.
