Crossrail Delays 2020-01-30
2020-01-30
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Crossrail has experienced significant delays and Sam Tarry expresses concern about the impact on Londoners.
What recent assessment has been made of the financial effect on individuals in London due to the delays in Crossrail? The speaker also criticizes the decision to remove an operating grant of £900 million per year from Transport for London and points out that this is indicative of a wider issue with government infrastructure projects.
No recent assessment has been made regarding the financial effect on individuals due to Crossrail delays. The department works closely with TfL and the Mayor of London to ensure the project's successful completion.
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The Minister did not address the specific question about restoring the grant or discussing the competence of the current Mayor.
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