Docklands Light Railway 2022-02-03
2022-02-03
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The question addresses the need for improved public transport links, specifically mentioning the ambitions to extend the DLR to Thamesmead, supported by local councils.
What recent discussions has he had with Transport for London on proposals to extend the docklands light railway to Thamesmead?
The Government and Homes England are exploring potential opportunities and options at Thamesmead and Beckton Riverside with the Greater London Authority and Transport for London.
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The question highlights the need for improved transport links, specifically mentioning plans to extend DLR to Thamesmead, supported by Greenwich and Newham councils.
Thamesmead needs levelling up. It has some of the worst public transport links in the capital. There are ambitious plans to extend the docklands light railway to Thamesmead, which are supported by local councils. Will the Minister look favourably at these proposals when submitted and provide necessary funding?
With regard to extending the DLR, the scale of the opportunity from the potential options at Thamesmead and Beckton Riverside is being explored and the Government and Homes England are working together with the Greater London Authority and Transport for London to do this.
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