EAST LONDON LINE EXTENSION

Early day motion 1029, tabled 21 April 2004 by Simon Hughes (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 28 members.

That this House is concerned at continuing delays in the construction of the East London Line extensions; notes that more than ú40 million has been spent on planning, design, initial works and fighting legal challenges to the project; further notes that the extensions could be completed by 2010, providing an important addition to London's transport networks in time for a London Olympics in 2012; further notes that one million people could benefit from the ú10 billion worth of regeneration which the extensions would boost; further notes that the project is awaiting approval on its funding package from the Government; and expresses hope that the Government will grant this approval as soon as possible.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 17, Labour 7, Conservative 2, DUP 2.