"The City of London Corporation's Policy Chair, Chris Hayward, stated that having the Waterloo and City line open at weekends was of 'fundamental importance' to the city, highlighting the need for improved access to attract visitors."
"The Destination City project aims to increase average footfall in the City of London on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday by 5%, arguing that reopening the Waterloo and City line would facilitate easier access for visitors."
"Historically, the Waterloo and City line operated Monday to Friday, with a limited Saturday service introduced in 1993. The pandemic led to a complete closure, and since then, only peak-hours service has resumed."
The City of London has requested the reopening of the Waterloo & City line on Saturdays, aiming to enhance weekend footfall. A business case was submitted to Transport for London following discussions with local sectors. The line's weekend service is deemed essential for attracting visitors beyond weekdays. Although commuter numbers have increased, they are concentrated midweek. The City of London aims for a 5% increase in weekend visitors through the Destination City project, emphasizing the importance of the Waterloo link for accessibility.
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