Department for Transport (DfT) confirmed that the safeguarding for Crossrail 2 has been agreed. The decision, which protects the route of the proposed new line, follows a public consultation which set out the route that would be needed for the construction of Crossrail 2 and, importantly, protects it from potential redevelopment plans that could affect it being built.
Throughout the consultation TfL has been listening to both residents’ and stakeholders’ concerns and will seek to amend the proposals as appropriate. Whilst the safeguarding will protect the route, the precise details will be subject to a further public consultation in the autumn. Regular engagement will continue with existing businesses and residents to ensure any disruption is kept to a minimum wherever possible.
The vital importance of Crossrail 2 to the Capital was recently backed by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne MP as he set out alongside the Mayor the new Economic Plan for the Capital. He also pledged public support and provided £2m (EUR 2.7m) worth of funding as part of the last Autumn Statement to further develop the business case.
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