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Yahoo
2 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."
The Independent
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Comedian and actor Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault. The 49-year-old appeared in the dock at Southwark Crown Court on Friday flanked by two officers, where he stood stock-still and looked straight ahead as he delivered his pleas. He is accused of raping a woman in a hotel room while she attended a Labour Party conference in Bournemouth, and grabbing a TV worker's breasts and orally raping her after dragging her into a male toilet. Brand is also alleged to have grabbed a radio station worker's face, pushing her against a wall and kissing her before groping her breasts and buttocks. The final charge alleges the actor indecently assaulted another woman after grabbing her forearm and attempting to drag her into a male toilet. The allegations against Brand are said to have taken place against four women between 1999 and 2005. The defendant, of Hambleden, Buckinghamshire, who faces one count each of rape, indecent assault and oral rape, as well as two counts of sexual assault, is due to stand trial on June 3 next year at the same court. He was granted conditional bail to appear for a pre-trial review hearing on May 20 next year. Arriving at court, Brand held a book in his hand and looked straight ahead without taking questions from reporters. As Friday's hearing finished, the comedian replaced his sunglasses before exiting the dock and calmly walked past reporters. He was charged following an investigation by Channel 4 and the Sunday Times in which several women made allegations against him. Brand previously told his 11.2 million followers on X that he welcomed the opportunity to prove his innocence. He presented a BBC Radio 2 show between 2006 and 2008 but left after an on-air prank which saw him leave a 'lewd' voicemail for Fawlty Towers actor Andrew Sachs about his granddaughter. Brand also presented Big Brother spin-off shows Big Brother's Big Mouth and Big Brother: Celebrity Hijack. He was married to US pop singer Katy Perry from 2010 to 2012 and is now married to Laura Gallacher, the sister of presenter Kirsty, and the pair have two children, Mabel and Peggy.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault
The 49-year-old formally denied the five charges for the first time at Southwark Crown Court in London on Friday morning. In April, the comedian and actor was charged with one count of rape, one count of indecent assault, one count of oral rape and two counts of sexual assault. According to BBC News, Brand only spoke to confirm his name and reply "not guilty" to each of the counts during his time in the dock. The Forgetting Sarah Marshall actor will remain on conditional bail until the trial, which has been set for 3 June 2026. Brand did not speak to reporters outside the courthouse.
BreakingNews.ie
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Comedian and actor Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and sexual assault. The 49-year-old appeared in the dock at Southwark Crown Court on Friday flanked by two officers, where he stood stock-still and looked straight ahead as he delivered his pleas. Advertisement He is accused of raping a woman in a hotel room while she attended a Labour Party conference, and grabbing a TV worker's breasts and orally raping her after dragging her into a male toilet. Brand is also alleged to have grabbed a radio station worker's face, pushing her against a wall and kissing her before groping her breasts and buttocks. Russell Brand arriving at Southwark Crown Court on Friday (Yui Mok/PA) The final charge alleges the actor indecently assaulted another woman after grabbing her forearm and attempting to drag her into a male toilet. The allegations against Brand are said to have taken place against four women between 1999 and 2005. Advertisement The defendant, of Hambleden, Buckinghamshire, who faces one count each of rape, indecent assault and oral rape, as well as two counts of sexual assault, is due to stand trial on June 3 next year at the same court. As Friday's hearing finished, the comedian replaced his sunglasses before exiting the dock and calmly walked past reporters. He was charged following an investigation by Channel 4 and the Sunday Times in which several women made allegations against him. Brand previously told his 11.2 million followers on X that he welcomed the opportunity to prove his innocence. Advertisement
The Independent
3 days ago
- General
- The Independent
Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to sex offence charges, including rape and sexual assault, relating to allegations from four separate women between 1999 and 2005. The charges include one count each of rape, indecent assault, and oral rape, as well as two counts of sexual assault. The allegations include raping a woman in a hotel room during a Labour Party conference and grabbing a TV worker's breasts before dragging her into a toilet and orally raping her. Brand appeared at Southwark Crown Court to enter his plea, wearing a dark grey suit, and only spoke to confirm his name and enter his five not guilty pleas. A provisional trial date has been set for 3 June 2026.
